Overview
LESLIE WWTP serves approximately 1,510 residents in Leslie, Michigan. The plant operates under U.S. Clean Water Act regulations, treating wastewater before discharge into local waterways.
LESLIE WWTP is a municipal wastewater treatment facility located in Leslie, Michigan, serving a population of about 1,510. The plant is situated in Ingham County and is part of the region's water infrastructure. As a small-scale facility, LESLIE WWTP is subject to the U.S. Clean Water Act and National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permitting requirements. Treatment processes for plants of this size typically include primary and secondary treatment stages to meet effluent standards. The plant discharges treated wastewater into the local watershed, which ultimately drains into the Grand River and then to Lake Michigan. This connection to the Great Lakes system underscores the importance of effective treatment to protect downstream water quality and aquatic habitats.
Environmental context
LESLIE WWTP discharges into the Grand River watershed, which flows into Lake Michigan. The Grand River supports diverse aquatic life and is an important recreational and ecological resource. Protecting water quality in this basin is critical for the health of the Great Lakes ecosystem.
Frequently asked questions
LESLIE WWTP is located at 528 Washburn Street, Leslie, Michigan, in Ingham County, United States.
LESLIE WWTP serves approximately 1,510 residents in the city of Leslie and surrounding areas.
LESLIE WWTP discharges treated effluent into the local watershed, which flows into the Grand River and eventually reaches Lake Michigan.
LESLIE WWTP operates under the U.S. Clean Water Act and is subject to National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits issued by the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE).
Small wastewater plants in the U.S. typically use primary and secondary treatment processes, such as activated sludge or lagoon systems, to meet EPA effluent guidelines.
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