Overview
Marshallville WWTP and Sewer System is an advanced treatment facility serving 826 people in Marshallville, Ohio. It discharges 454.25 units of treated wastewater, operating under US Clean Water Act regulations.
The Marshallville WWTP and Sewer System is a municipal wastewater treatment facility located in Marshallville, Ohio, United States. It serves a small population of 826 residents, providing advanced treatment to protect local water quality. The plant is situated inland in Wayne County, far from coastal areas. As an advanced treatment plant, it goes beyond secondary treatment standards, likely incorporating nutrient removal or other tertiary processes. The facility has a designed capacity of 454.25 units and discharges a similar volume, indicating full utilization. Under the US Clean Water Act, such plants must comply with National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits issued by the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency, which set effluent limits for pollutants. The treated wastewater is discharged into a local water body, likely a tributary of the Tuscarawas River or the Muskingum River watershed, which ultimately drains to the Ohio River and then the Mississippi River. This contributes to the ecological health of the region's freshwater systems, supporting aquatic life and downstream water quality.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into a local stream within the Muskingum River basin, which flows into the Ohio River and eventually the Mississippi River. This watershed supports diverse aquatic ecosystems and provides drinking water for downstream communities. The advanced treatment helps minimize nutrient loading and protect sensitive species in the region's freshwater habitats.
Frequently asked questions
The Marshallville WWTP and Sewer System is located in Marshallville, Ohio, United States, at 32 North Main Street in Wayne County.
The plant serves a small population of 826 residents in the Marshallville area.
The plant provides advanced treatment, which goes beyond secondary treatment to remove additional pollutants such as nutrients, ensuring high-quality effluent.
The plant operates under the US Clean Water Act and is subject to National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits issued by the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency, which regulate discharge limits and monitoring.
For small populations like 826, US regulations often require secondary treatment as a minimum, but many plants like Marshallville opt for advanced treatment to meet local water quality standards or protect sensitive receiving waters.
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