Overview
Lowell STP serves Segwun, Michigan, treating wastewater for approximately 4,013 residents. The plant discharges into the Grand River, part of the Lake Michigan basin.
Lowell STP is a municipal wastewater treatment plant located in Segwun, Michigan, serving the local community of about 4,013 people. The facility is situated along the Grand River, a major waterway in western Michigan. As a small-scale plant, it plays a key role in managing wastewater for the area. The plant operates under the U.S. Clean Water Act, which requires secondary treatment for municipal facilities. The National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit program governs its discharge, ensuring compliance with water quality standards. The treated effluent is discharged into the Grand River, which flows westward to Lake Michigan. This river supports diverse aquatic life and is an important recreational resource. The plant's operations help protect downstream water quality in the Grand River and ultimately Lake Michigan.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Grand River, a tributary of Lake Michigan. The Grand River watershed supports a variety of fish species and provides habitat for migratory birds. Downstream, the river enters Lake Michigan, which is a vital freshwater resource for the region. Protecting water quality in this system is essential for both ecological health and human use.
Frequently asked questions
Lowell STP is located on Grand River Drive Southeast in Segwun, Michigan, within Lowell Charter Township, Kent County.
The plant serves approximately 4,013 residents in the Segwun area.
The treated effluent is discharged into the Grand River, which flows to Lake Michigan.
As a U.S. municipal plant, Lowell STP operates under the Clean Water Act and must comply with an NPDES permit issued by the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE).
Small plants like Lowell STP typically use secondary treatment processes such as activated sludge or lagoon systems to meet EPA standards before discharge.
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