Overview
MANLY WWTP is a secondary treatment plant in Worth County, Iowa, serving a population of 1,349. It discharges 492.10 million gallons per year and has a designed capacity of 757.08 million gallons per year.
MANLY WWTP is a wastewater treatment facility located in Worth County, Iowa, United States. The plant serves a small community of 1,349 people and operates under secondary treatment standards. As a facility in the United States, it is subject to the Clean Water Act and National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permitting, which sets effluent limits to protect water quality. The plant's designed capacity is 757.08 million gallons per year, with an actual discharge volume of 492.10 million gallons per year. The treated effluent is discharged into local waterways, contributing to the overall health of the region's watershed. The plant plays a role in managing wastewater for the rural area, supporting local water quality and environmental protection efforts.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Upper Mississippi River Basin, which ultimately drains into the Mississippi River and then to the Gulf of Mexico. This watershed supports diverse aquatic life and is an important migratory corridor for birds and fish. The region's agricultural landscape can contribute nutrient runoff, making effective wastewater treatment crucial for reducing downstream nutrient loads and preventing eutrophication in the Gulf.
Frequently asked questions
MANLY WWTP is located on State Highway 9 in Worth County, Iowa, United States.
MANLY WWTP serves a population of 1,349 people.
MANLY WWTP discharges treated wastewater into local waterways within the Upper Mississippi River Basin.
As a US plant, MANLY WWTP operates under the Clean Water Act and is subject to NPDES permitting, which sets effluent limits to protect water quality.
For small populations like 1,349, secondary treatment is typical, as mandated by the Clean Water Act for municipal wastewater plants.
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