Overview
Minooka STP serves approximately 10,400 residents in Minooka, Illinois. The plant operates under the US Clean Water Act, ensuring treated wastewater meets federal standards before discharge.
Minooka STP is a municipal wastewater treatment facility located in Minooka, Illinois, serving a population of about 10,400. The plant is situated in Will County, part of the Chicago metropolitan area, and handles domestic wastewater from the community. As a US-based facility, Minooka STP operates under the Clean Water Act and is subject to National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits issued by the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency. For a plant serving a population of this size, secondary treatment is typically required, which involves biological processes to remove organic matter and suspended solids. The treated effluent from Minooka STP is discharged into local waterways that ultimately drain into the Illinois River basin. The Illinois River flows southwest to join the Mississippi River, which empties into the Gulf of Mexico. This connection highlights the plant's role in protecting downstream water quality in a major river system that supports diverse aquatic life and serves as a vital water resource.
Environmental context
Minooka STP discharges into the Illinois River watershed, which flows into the Mississippi River and eventually the Gulf of Mexico. The Illinois River supports a variety of fish species and provides habitat for migratory birds. The plant's treatment helps reduce nutrient loading and protect water quality in this ecologically significant river system.
Frequently asked questions
Minooka STP is located at 100 Jardin Street in Minooka, Illinois, United States. It serves the wastewater treatment needs of the Minooka community in Will County.
Minooka STP serves approximately 10,400 residents in the Minooka area. This population size classifies it as a medium-sized municipal treatment plant.
Minooka STP discharges treated effluent into local waterways that are part of the Illinois River basin. The treated water eventually flows into the Mississippi River and then to the Gulf of Mexico.
Minooka STP operates under the US Clean Water Act and is regulated by the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES). Permits are issued by the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency to ensure compliance with water quality standards.
For a plant serving approximately 10,000 people, secondary treatment is typically required under the Clean Water Act. This involves biological processes such as activated sludge or trickling filters to remove organic matter and suspended solids before discharge.
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