Overview
Manville Lagoon is a secondary wastewater treatment plant serving 95 people in Niobrara County, Wyoming. It discharges 37.85 megaliters annually into the local watershed.
Manville Lagoon is a wastewater treatment facility located in Niobrara County, Wyoming, United States. It serves a small population of 95 residents, reflecting its role as a rural community system. The plant operates under the US Clean Water Act, which requires secondary treatment for municipal discharges to protect water quality. The plant provides secondary treatment, a standard biological process that removes organic matter and suspended solids. With a designed capacity of 37.85 megaliters per year and a discharge volume matching that figure, the facility operates at full capacity. The treated effluent is discharged into the local watershed, which ultimately drains into the North Platte River basin. This region is part of the Missouri River system, supporting agricultural and ecological needs. The plant's operation helps maintain water quality in this semi-arid area, where water resources are critical for both human use and wildlife.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the North Platte River watershed, which flows into the Platte River and eventually the Missouri River. This basin supports diverse aquatic life and is an important migratory corridor for birds. The semi-arid climate of Wyoming makes water quality management crucial for downstream ecosystems and agricultural users.
Frequently asked questions
Manville Lagoon is located on Old US Highway 20 in Niobrara County, Wyoming, United States.
The plant serves a population of 95 people, typical of a small rural community in Wyoming.
The plant discharges treated effluent into the local watershed, which drains into the North Platte River basin.
As a US facility, Manville Lagoon operates under the Clean Water Act and is subject to EPA NPDES permitting for its discharge.
Small US plants often use lagoon or secondary treatment systems, which are cost-effective for low population densities and meet Clean Water Act requirements.
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