Overview
LEON WWTP serves the community of Leon, Iowa, with a population of approximately 1,983. The plant is part of the municipal wastewater infrastructure in Decatur County.
LEON WWTP is a wastewater treatment facility located in Leon, Iowa, serving a population of about 1,983 residents. The plant is situated in Decatur County, within the state of Iowa, United States. As a municipal facility, it plays a key role in managing wastewater for this small community. Under the U.S. Clean Water Act, wastewater treatment plants of this scale are typically required to meet secondary treatment standards through the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permitting program. The plant's treatment processes and capacity are managed to comply with state and federal regulations, ensuring that effluent quality meets environmental standards. The treated wastewater from LEON WWTP is discharged into local waterways that are part of the Mississippi River basin. The plant's operations help protect downstream water quality and aquatic habitats in the region. Proper treatment is essential for maintaining the ecological health of receiving waters and supporting local biodiversity.
Environmental context
The treated effluent from LEON WWTP flows into local streams that eventually drain into the Mississippi River basin. This watershed supports diverse aquatic life and provides habitat for fish and other organisms. The plant's discharge must meet water quality standards to protect the downstream environment, including recreational uses and ecological integrity.
Frequently asked questions
LEON WWTP is located on Southeast Poplar Street in Leon, Decatur County, Iowa, United States.
LEON WWTP serves a population of approximately 1,983 residents in the Leon area.
The treated wastewater from LEON WWTP is discharged into local waterways that are part of the Mississippi River basin.
LEON WWTP operates under the U.S. Clean Water Act and is subject to National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits issued by the state of Iowa.
For small communities in the U.S., secondary treatment is typically required under the Clean Water Act. Many plants use activated sludge or lagoon systems to meet effluent standards.
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