Overview
Milford WWTP and Sewer System serves approximately 6,284 residents in Milford, Ohio, United States. The plant operates under the US Clean Water Act, with NPDES permits regulating its discharge.
The Milford WWTP and Sewer System is a municipal wastewater treatment facility located in Milford, Clermont County, Ohio. It serves a population of about 6,284 people, classifying it as a small to medium-sized plant within the state's wastewater infrastructure. As a US-based facility, the plant operates under the Clean Water Act, administered by the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency (Ohio EPA). The National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit program sets discharge limits to protect water quality. The plant's treated effluent is discharged into a local water body that eventually drains into the Ohio River, a major tributary of the Mississippi River. The Ohio River supports diverse aquatic life and provides drinking water for millions downstream. The plant's operations are crucial for maintaining water quality in the region.
Environmental context
The Milford WWTP discharges into a receiving water body that flows into the Ohio River, which ultimately joins the Mississippi River and empties into the Gulf of Mexico. The Ohio River watershed supports a variety of fish and wildlife, including several species of freshwater mussels and migratory birds. Protecting this watershed from nutrient pollution and pathogens is essential for downstream ecosystems and human use.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located on Bay Road in Milford, Clermont County, Ohio, United States.
The plant serves approximately 6,284 residents in the Milford area.
The treated effluent is discharged into a local water body that flows into the Ohio River, which is part of the Mississippi River basin.
The plant operates under the US Clean Water Act, with NPDES permits issued by the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency (Ohio EPA) that set discharge limits to protect water quality.
For small to medium-sized plants in the US, secondary treatment is typically required under the Clean Water Act, which removes at least 85% of organic matter and suspended solids.
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