Overview
Madison Co SD 1 WWTP and Sewers is an advanced treatment plant serving 600 people in Madison County, Ohio, United States. It discharges 227.13 megaliters of treated wastewater annually.
Madison Co SD 1 WWTP and Sewers is a municipal wastewater treatment facility located in Madison County, Ohio, United States. The plant serves a small population of 600 residents and operates with advanced treatment processes, ensuring high-quality effluent before discharge. The plant has a designed capacity of 567.81 megaliters and currently treats 227.13 megaliters annually, indicating operational capacity well below its design limit. As an advanced treatment facility, it likely incorporates nutrient removal or other tertiary processes to meet stringent environmental standards. The treated effluent is discharged into local waterways within the Ohio River basin, which ultimately drains into the Mississippi River and the Gulf of Mexico. The plant's advanced treatment helps protect downstream aquatic ecosystems and supports water quality in the region.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into streams within the Ohio River watershed, which flows into the Mississippi River and eventually the Gulf of Mexico. The region supports diverse aquatic life and is important for migratory fish species. Advanced treatment reduces nutrient loading, helping to prevent eutrophication in downstream waters.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Madison County, Ohio, United States, near London on Delaware Road.
The plant serves approximately 600 residents in the Madison County area.
The plant provides advanced treatment, which typically includes nutrient removal and disinfection beyond secondary treatment.
The plant operates under the US Clean Water Act, with NPDES permits issued by the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency, ensuring compliance with effluent limits.
The plant has a designed capacity of 567.81 megaliters, with current discharge of 227.13 megaliters annually.
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