Overview
Lynchburg WWTP serves 850 people in Lynchburg, Tennessee. The plant operates under the US Clean Water Act and EPA NPDES permitting framework.
Lynchburg WWTP is a municipal wastewater treatment facility located on T Motlow Road in Lynchburg, Moore County, Tennessee. The plant serves a small population of 850 residents, reflecting the rural character of the area in Middle Tennessee. As a US facility, the plant operates under the Clean Water Act and is subject to National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits issued by the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation. For small agglomerations like this, secondary treatment is typically required to meet water quality standards. The plant's treated effluent discharges into local waterways that ultimately drain into the Tennessee River basin. The Tennessee River flows westward to the Ohio River, then to the Mississippi River and the Gulf of Mexico, supporting diverse aquatic life and regional water resources.
Environmental context
The plant's discharge enters the Tennessee River basin, which flows through the southeastern United States before joining the Ohio River. The watershed supports a variety of fish and wildlife, including several species of freshwater mussels and migratory birds. Downstream waters are used for recreation, drinking water supply, and agriculture, making effective treatment essential for maintaining water quality.
Frequently asked questions
Lynchburg WWTP is located on T Motlow Road in Lynchburg, Moore County, Middle Tennessee, United States.
The plant serves a population of 850 people in the Lynchburg area.
The plant discharges treated effluent into local waterways that are part of the Tennessee River basin, which ultimately flows to the Gulf of Mexico.
As a US facility, Lynchburg WWTP operates under the Clean Water Act and is regulated by an NPDES permit issued by the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation, ensuring compliance with water quality standards.
For small agglomerations of this size, secondary treatment is typically required under the Clean Water Act to remove organic matter and suspended solids before discharge.
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