Overview
MOJAVE WWTF serves 4,751 people in Kern County, California. The plant treats municipal wastewater under U.S. EPA and state regulations.
MOJAVE WWTF is a municipal wastewater treatment facility located in Kern County, California, serving an estimated population of 4,751. The plant is situated in the Mojave Desert region, an arid environment where water reclamation and responsible discharge are critical for local water resources. As a facility in the United States, the plant operates under the Clean Water Act and is subject to National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits issued by the California State Water Resources Control Board. The population served suggests a small to medium-scale facility. The treated effluent is discharged to a local water body, likely a dry wash or ephemeral stream that feeds into the Mojave River or groundwater basins. The Mojave Desert ecosystem is sensitive to changes in water quality and quantity, and the plant plays a role in protecting downstream habitats and supporting regional water sustainability.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Mojave Desert watershed, where surface water is scarce and groundwater recharge is vital. The receiving water body likely drains into the Mojave River, which flows into the Soda Lake or Silver Lake playa. This arid region supports specialized desert flora and fauna, and any discharge must meet strict water quality standards to protect the fragile ecosystem.
Frequently asked questions
MOJAVE WWTF is located at 15846 K Street in Kern County, California, within the Mojave Desert region.
The plant serves approximately 4,751 people in the Mojave area of Kern County.
The plant discharges treated effluent to a local water body, likely a dry wash or stream that feeds into the Mojave River or groundwater basin.
As a U.S. facility, MOJAVE WWTF operates under the Clean Water Act and is permitted through the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES), enforced by the California State Water Resources Control Board.
For a community of this size, secondary treatment is typically required under the Clean Water Act, which includes biological treatment to remove organic matter and suspended solids.
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