Overview
Lincoln WWTF serves approximately 14,000 residents in Lincoln, California. The plant discharges treated wastewater into local waterways, supporting the region's water quality and environmental health.
Lincoln WWTF is a municipal wastewater treatment facility located in Lincoln, Placer County, California. Serving a population of around 14,000, the plant plays a key role in managing the city's wastewater and protecting public health. As part of California's extensive water infrastructure, it operates under state and federal regulations. However, as a facility serving a medium-sized community, it is expected to meet secondary treatment standards under the U.S. Clean Water Act. California's stringent water quality regulations, including the Porter-Cologne Water Quality Control Act, further govern its operations to protect sensitive water bodies. The treated effluent from Lincoln WWTF is discharged into local waterways that ultimately drain into the Sacramento River system. This river flows through the Central Valley and into the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta, a critical ecological region that supports diverse aquatic life and provides water for agriculture and urban areas. The plant's operations are essential for maintaining the health of this downstream environment.
Environmental context
Lincoln WWTF discharges into tributaries of the Sacramento River, which flows through California's Central Valley to the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta and eventually San Francisco Bay. This watershed supports diverse aquatic species, including salmon and steelhead trout, and is a vital migratory corridor. The plant's effluent quality is crucial for protecting these downstream ecosystems and maintaining water quality for agricultural and urban uses.
Frequently asked questions
Lincoln WWTF is located at 2750 Nicolaus Road, Lincoln, Placer County, California, United States.
Lincoln WWTF serves approximately 14,000 residents in the city of Lincoln, California.
Lincoln WWTF discharges treated effluent into local waterways that flow into the Sacramento River system, which eventually reaches the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta and San Francisco Bay.
Lincoln WWTF operates under the U.S. Clean Water Act, which requires secondary treatment for municipal wastewater. California's Porter-Cologne Water Quality Control Act and regulations from the State Water Resources Control Board also apply.
In the United States, plants serving approximately 14,000 people typically provide secondary treatment, which includes biological processes to remove organic matter and suspended solids. Many also incorporate disinfection to reduce pathogens.
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