Overview
Moores Hill WWTP is an advanced wastewater treatment facility serving 635 residents in Moores Hill, Indiana. It operates under US EPA and state regulations, discharging treated water into the local watershed.
Moores Hill WWTP is an advanced wastewater treatment facility located in Moores Hill, Indiana, a small community in Dearborn County. The plant serves a population of 635 and is part of the municipal infrastructure managed by local authorities. The plant provides advanced treatment, which goes beyond secondary treatment to remove nutrients and other pollutants. This level of treatment is typical for facilities in sensitive watersheds or those subject to stringent state permits. The plant has a designed capacity of 416.39 volume units and discharges 416.40 volume units, indicating near-full utilization. The treated effluent is discharged into the local watershed, which drains into the Ohio River via tributaries. The Ohio River is a major waterway supporting diverse aquatic life and providing drinking water for millions. Advanced treatment helps protect downstream water quality and ecological health.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into local streams that flow into the Ohio River, a major tributary of the Mississippi River. The Ohio River basin supports diverse aquatic ecosystems and is a critical water resource for the region. Advanced treatment at this facility helps reduce nutrient loading and protects downstream habitats.
Frequently asked questions
Moores Hill WWTP is located at 16198 Volz Road, Moores Hill, Indiana, in Dearborn County, United States.
The plant serves a population of 635 residents in the Moores Hill area.
The plant discharges treated effluent into local streams that flow into the Ohio River, a major tributary of the Mississippi River.
Moores Hill WWTP provides advanced treatment, which includes nutrient removal beyond secondary treatment, to meet stringent water quality standards.
The plant operates under the US Clean Water Act, with permits issued by the Indiana Department of Environmental Management. Advanced treatment is often required for facilities discharging to sensitive waters.
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