Millersburg WWTP and Sewer System - Municipal Wastewater Treatment in Millersburg, Ohio

Millersburg WWTP and Sewer System is a municipal wastewater treatment facility located in Millersburg, Ohio, within Holmes County. The plant serves a population of approximately 6,659 residents, placing it in the small-to-medium agglomeration category for U.S. wastewater infrastructure. As a U.S. facility, the plant is subject to the Clean Water Act and National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permitting requirements. For communities of this size, secondary treatment is typically mandated, with additional nutrient removal possible if the receiving water body is sensitive. The regulatory framework ensures compliance with federal and state standards. The plant discharges treated wastewater into a local waterway, likely a tributary of the Muskingum River watershed, which flows into the Ohio River and ultimately the Mississippi River system. This drainage network supports diverse aquatic life and provides water resources for downstream communities. The plant's inland location reduces direct marine impact, but its discharge quality affects local stream health and downstream ecosystems.

The plant discharges into a local stream within the Muskingum River basin, which drains into the Ohio River and then the Mississippi River. This inland watershed supports diverse freshwater species and provides drinking water for downstream communities. The plant's effluent quality is critical for maintaining aquatic habitat and meeting water quality standards in the receiving stream.