Overview
Mahoning Co Campbell WWTP serves Campbell, Ohio, treating wastewater for about 9,460 residents. The plant operates under the US Clean Water Act, discharging treated effluent to local waterways.
Mahoning Co Campbell WWTP is a municipal wastewater treatment facility located in Campbell, Ohio, within Mahoning County. The plant serves a population of approximately 9,460 people, providing essential sanitation services to the community. As a publicly owned treatment works (POTW), it is part of the regional infrastructure managed by local authorities. The plant operates under the regulatory framework of the US Clean Water Act, which requires secondary treatment for municipal wastewater. Facilities of this scale typically employ biological treatment followed by disinfection. The plant's discharge is subject to National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits issued by the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency, ensuring compliance with water quality standards. The treated effluent from Mahoning Co Campbell WWTP is discharged into a local waterway that flows into the Mahoning River, a tributary of the Beaver River, which eventually joins the Ohio River. The Ohio River is a major water source for millions and supports diverse aquatic life. The plant's operations help protect downstream water quality and the ecological health of the Mahoning River watershed.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into a tributary of the Mahoning River, which flows into the Beaver River and then the Ohio River. The Ohio River is a critical water resource for the region, supporting drinking water supplies, recreation, and a variety of fish and wildlife. The watershed is influenced by both urban and industrial activities, making effective wastewater treatment essential for maintaining water quality and ecosystem health.
Frequently asked questions
Mahoning Co Campbell WWTP is located at 4999 Wilson Avenue, Campbell, Ohio, in Mahoning County, United States.
The plant serves a population of approximately 9,460 residents in the Campbell area.
The plant discharges treated effluent into a local waterway that flows into the Mahoning River, part of the Ohio River basin.
The plant operates under the US Clean Water Act and is subject to NPDES permits issued by the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency, which set limits on pollutant discharges.
For a plant of this size, typical treatment includes primary and secondary biological treatment, often followed by disinfection, to meet Clean Water Act standards.
Nearby plants