Overview
Lohrville WWTP serves the community of Lohrville, Iowa, treating wastewater for approximately 453 residents. The plant operates under US EPA and Iowa DNR regulations for small municipal systems.
Lohrville WWTP is a municipal wastewater treatment facility located in Lohrville, Calhoun County, Iowa. It serves a small population of around 453 residents, typical of rural communities in the Midwestern United States. The plant is situated inland, far from coastal waters, and its operations are governed by state and federal environmental regulations. As a small-scale facility, Lohrville WWTP is subject to the US Clean Water Act and Iowa's water quality standards. Plants of this size commonly employ lagoon systems or mechanical treatment to meet secondary treatment requirements. The Iowa Department of Natural Resources oversees permitting and compliance for such facilities. The plant discharges treated effluent into local waterways that ultimately drain into the Mississippi River Basin. The receiving waters support aquatic life and agricultural uses, making proper treatment essential for protecting downstream ecosystems. The facility plays a key role in maintaining water quality in the region's rural landscape.
Environmental context
Lohrville WWTP discharges into local streams that flow into the Raccoon River, a tributary of the Des Moines River, which eventually reaches the Mississippi River. The watershed supports diverse aquatic life and is used for recreation and agriculture. Proper wastewater treatment is critical to prevent nutrient pollution and protect downstream water quality in this predominantly agricultural region.
Frequently asked questions
Lohrville WWTP is located at 1242 5th Street in Lohrville, Iowa, within Calhoun County. It serves the local community of approximately 453 residents.
The plant serves a population of about 453 people, typical of a small rural community in Iowa.
The treated effluent is discharged into local waterways that flow into the Raccoon River, part of the Mississippi River Basin. The exact discharge point is managed under state permits.
Lohrville WWTP operates under the US Clean Water Act and is regulated by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources. Small municipal plants like this must meet secondary treatment standards to protect water quality.
For small populations, common treatment technologies include aerated lagoons, oxidation ditches, or package plants. These systems are designed to achieve secondary treatment, removing organic matter and solids before discharge.
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