Overview
LEBANON WWTP serves Lebanon, Missouri, treating wastewater for approximately 18,774 residents. The plant operates under US EPA Clean Water Act regulations, discharging treated effluent to local waterways.
LEBANON WWTP is a municipal wastewater treatment facility located in Lebanon, Laclede County, Missouri. Serving a population of about 18,774, the plant is part of the region's essential water infrastructure, handling domestic wastewater from the community. As a US-based facility, LEBANON WWTP operates under the Clean Water Act, which requires National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits for all discharges. For a plant of this scale, secondary treatment is typically mandated, with additional nutrient removal if discharging to sensitive waters. The plant's design capacity and treatment processes are managed to meet permit limits set by the Missouri Department of Natural Resources. The treated effluent from LEBANON WWTP is discharged into a local water body that drains into the Osage River basin, ultimately reaching the Missouri River and then the Mississippi River. This watershed supports diverse aquatic life and provides water for downstream communities. Effective treatment at this plant helps protect water quality in the region's streams and rivers.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into a tributary of the Osage River, which flows into the Missouri River and then the Mississippi River. This watershed is ecologically significant, supporting fish populations and migratory birds. Proper treatment is essential to prevent nutrient pollution and protect downstream aquatic habitats.
Frequently asked questions
LEBANON WWTP is located on Keller Drive in Lebanon, Laclede County, Missouri, United States.
The plant serves approximately 18,774 residents in the Lebanon area.
The treated effluent is discharged into a local water body that drains into the Osage River basin, eventually reaching the Missouri and Mississippi Rivers.
As a US facility, LEBANON WWTP operates under the Clean Water Act and must comply with an NPDES permit issued by the Missouri Department of Natural Resources, which sets limits on pollutant discharges.
For a plant of this size, secondary treatment is standard, often including biological processes like activated sludge. Additional nutrient removal may be required if discharging to sensitive waters.
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