Overview
Mercer Co Wagner WWTP is an advanced treatment plant in Mercer County, Ohio, serving a small population. It discharges treated wastewater at a volume of 37.85 units, supporting local water quality.
Mercer Co Wagner WWTP is located in Mercer County, Ohio, United States. It serves a small population of 50 people, reflecting its role as a local facility for a rural community. The plant is situated inland, away from coastal areas, and operates under the regulatory framework of the US Clean Water Act. The plant employs advanced treatment processes, ensuring a high level of wastewater purification. With a designed capacity of 37.85 units and a discharge volume of 37.85 units, it operates at full capacity. As a small facility, it is subject to EPA NPDES permitting, which sets effluent limits to protect receiving waters. The treated effluent is discharged into local waterways, contributing to the health of the surrounding watershed. The plant's advanced treatment helps minimize environmental impact, supporting aquatic life and downstream water quality in the Ohio River basin.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into local streams that flow into the Wabash River or Great Miami River, both part of the Ohio River basin. This region supports diverse aquatic habitats and is important for migratory fish. The advanced treatment ensures minimal nutrient and pollutant loading, protecting downstream ecosystems.
Frequently asked questions
Mercer Co Wagner WWTP is located on Saint Anthony Road in Mercer County, Ohio, United States.
The plant serves a small population of 50 people.
The plant discharges treated wastewater into local streams that are part of the Ohio River basin.
The plant provides advanced treatment, which includes processes beyond secondary treatment to remove nutrients and other pollutants.
As a US facility, it operates under the Clean Water Act and is subject to EPA NPDES permitting, which sets discharge limits to protect water quality.
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