Overview
Long Prairie STP serves the city of Long Prairie, Minnesota, treating wastewater for approximately 3,542 residents. The plant operates under the US Clean Water Act framework.
Long Prairie STP is a municipal wastewater treatment facility located in Long Prairie, Todd County, Minnesota. It serves a population of around 3,542 residents, classifying it as a small to medium-sized plant within the state's wastewater infrastructure. The plant operates under the regulatory framework of the US Clean Water Act, administered by the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency. The treated effluent is discharged into the local watershed, which ultimately drains into the Mississippi River Basin. The plant plays a key role in protecting downstream water quality in the region's rivers and lakes, supporting aquatic life and recreational uses.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Long Prairie River, a tributary of the Crow Wing River, which flows into the Mississippi River. This watershed supports diverse aquatic ecosystems and is important for regional water quality. The plant's operations help protect downstream habitats from nutrient pollution and pathogens.
Frequently asked questions
Long Prairie STP is located at 1st Avenue North in Long Prairie, Todd County, Minnesota, United States.
The plant serves approximately 3,542 residents in the city of Long Prairie and surrounding areas.
The plant discharges into the Long Prairie River, which flows into the Crow Wing River and ultimately the Mississippi River.
The plant operates under the US Clean Water Act, with permits issued by the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency. Plants of this size typically require secondary treatment to meet federal and state standards.
For small to medium-sized communities in the US, secondary treatment (biological treatment) is standard, often including activated sludge or lagoon systems, followed by disinfection.
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