Overview
Lockport Bonnie Brae STP North Basin serves 6,500 people in Will County, Illinois. The plant discharges treated wastewater into local waterways within the Des Plaines River watershed.
Lockport Bonnie Brae STP North Basin is a municipal wastewater treatment plant located in Will County, Illinois, serving a population of approximately 6,500 residents. The facility is part of the regional wastewater infrastructure for the Lockport area, operating under the regulatory framework of the United States Clean Water Act. As a plant serving a small agglomeration, it is subject to National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits issued by the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency. These permits set effluent limits to protect water quality, and typical treatment for plants of this scale includes secondary treatment processes to meet federal standards. The plant's treated effluent is discharged into local streams that flow into the Des Plaines River, a tributary of the Illinois River, which ultimately drains into the Mississippi River. This watershed supports diverse aquatic life and provides important habitat in the region.
Environmental context
The plant's discharge enters the Des Plaines River watershed, which flows through northeastern Illinois and joins the Illinois River. The Illinois River is a major tributary of the Mississippi River, supporting a rich ecosystem including fish, waterfowl, and migratory birds. The watershed is ecologically sensitive due to urban and agricultural runoff, making effective wastewater treatment critical for maintaining water quality.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located at 188 Earl Street, Will County, Illinois, United States.
The plant serves approximately 6,500 people in the Lockport area.
The plant discharges treated effluent into local waterways within the Des Plaines River watershed.
The plant operates under the U.S. Clean Water Act and is subject to an NPDES permit issued by the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency.
Plants of this scale typically employ secondary treatment processes, including biological treatment and disinfection, to meet federal effluent standards.
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