Overview
Lima WWTP and Sewer System serves approximately 47,839 people in Lima, Ohio. The plant discharges treated wastewater into local waterways, supporting the region's water quality.
The Lima WWTP and Sewer System is a municipal wastewater treatment facility located at 1121 Fort Amanda Road in Lima, Ohio, United States. It serves a population of about 47,839 residents in the Allen County area, operating as part of the city's essential infrastructure. As a plant serving a medium-sized agglomeration, it falls under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Clean Water Act, administered through the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit program. The Ohio Environmental Protection Agency typically issues permits for such facilities, setting effluent limits to protect receiving waters. The plant's treated effluent is discharged into the Ottawa River, which flows into the Auglaize River and eventually the Maumee River, draining into Lake Erie. This watershed is ecologically important, supporting diverse aquatic life and contributing to the Great Lakes ecosystem.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Ottawa River, a tributary of the Auglaize River, which flows into the Maumee River and ultimately Lake Erie. This watershed is part of the Great Lakes Basin, a globally significant freshwater resource. The area supports diverse aquatic species and is important for migratory birds. Protecting water quality here helps maintain the ecological health of Lake Erie, which faces challenges from nutrient pollution and algal blooms.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located at 1121 Fort Amanda Road in Lima, Ohio, United States, in Allen County.
The plant serves approximately 47,839 residents in the Lima area.
The treated effluent is discharged into the Ottawa River, which flows into the Auglaize River and then the Maumee River, ultimately reaching Lake Erie.
The plant operates under the U.S. Clean Water Act, with permits issued by the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency under the NPDES program, which sets effluent limits to protect water quality.
Plants of this scale typically provide secondary treatment as a minimum, with possible advanced treatment if discharging into sensitive waters. The Clean Water Act requires secondary treatment for municipal wastewater.
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