Overview
MEDINA LAGOON is a secondary treatment plant serving Medina, North Dakota. It discharges 113.56 volume units and operates under US EPA NPDES regulations.
MEDINA LAGOON is a wastewater treatment facility located in Medina, North Dakota, serving a small population of 308 residents. The plant is situated in Flint Township, Stutsman County, and provides secondary treatment for municipal wastewater. The plant operates under the US Clean Water Act, which requires secondary treatment for municipal facilities. With a designed capacity of 113.56 volume units and a discharge volume of 113.56, the plant is operating at full capacity. As a small agglomeration, it meets the regulatory requirements for secondary treatment. The treated effluent is discharged into local waterways, contributing to the protection of the Missouri River basin. The plant plays a vital role in maintaining water quality in the region, supporting downstream aquatic ecosystems and recreational uses.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into local streams that flow into the James River, a tributary of the Missouri River. The Missouri River basin supports diverse aquatic life and is an important migratory corridor for birds. The plant's secondary treatment helps reduce nutrient loading and protect downstream water quality.
Frequently asked questions
MEDINA LAGOON is located in Medina, North Dakota, United States, in Flint Township, Stutsman County.
The plant serves a population of 308 residents.
The plant discharges treated effluent into local waterways that flow into the James River, a tributary of the Missouri River.
MEDINA LAGOON provides secondary treatment, which is the standard required by the US Clean Water Act for municipal wastewater plants.
As a US facility, MEDINA LAGOON operates under the Clean Water Act and is subject to NPDES permit requirements, ensuring its discharge meets water quality standards.
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