Overview
MILAN WWTP serves Milan, Michigan, treating wastewater for approximately 4,775 residents. The plant operates under U.S. Clean Water Act regulations with a designed capacity of 1.00 million gallons per day.
MILAN WWTP is a municipal wastewater treatment facility located at 340 East Main Street in Milan, Monroe County, Michigan. Serving a population of about 4,775, the plant is part of the region's water infrastructure managed under state and federal oversight. As a small-scale facility, MILAN WWTP is subject to the U.S. Clean Water Act and National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permitting requirements. Plants of this size typically employ secondary treatment to meet effluent standards for discharge into local waterways. The plant's treated effluent is discharged into the local watershed, which drains into the River Raisin and ultimately Lake Erie. This water body supports diverse aquatic life and is part of the Great Lakes ecosystem, making proper treatment essential for protecting downstream water quality.
Environmental context
MILAN WWTP discharges into the River Raisin watershed, which flows into Lake Erie, a vital freshwater resource supporting fisheries, recreation, and drinking water. The plant's location in southeastern Michigan places it within the Great Lakes Basin, where nutrient management is critical to prevent algal blooms and maintain ecological balance.
Frequently asked questions
MILAN WWTP is located at 340 East Main Street, Milan, Monroe County, Michigan, United States.
MILAN WWTP serves approximately 4,775 residents in the Milan area.
MILAN WWTP discharges treated effluent into the River Raisin watershed, which flows into Lake Erie.
MILAN WWTP operates under the U.S. Clean Water Act and is subject to National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits issued by the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy.
For small communities of about 5,000 people, typical treatment includes secondary treatment processes such as activated sludge or trickling filters to meet EPA effluent guidelines.
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