Overview
MOORHEAD POTW serves Moorhead, Mississippi, treating wastewater for approximately 2,555 residents. The plant operates under the U.S. Clean Water Act's NPDES permit program.
MOORHEAD POTW is a municipal wastewater treatment plant located in Moorhead, Sunflower County, Mississippi. It serves a small community of about 2,555 people, providing essential sanitation services to the area. As a U.S. facility, the plant operates under the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit program, which is part of the Clean Water Act. This regulatory framework sets discharge limits to protect water quality. The plant's treated effluent is discharged into local waterways that drain into the Mississippi River Basin. The Mississippi River is a major ecological corridor supporting diverse aquatic life and providing water for millions downstream. Proper treatment helps maintain water quality in this vital watershed.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into tributaries of the Mississippi River, which flows into the Gulf of Mexico. The Mississippi River Basin is a critical ecosystem supporting numerous fish species, migratory birds, and other wildlife. Nutrient management is particularly important in this region to reduce contributions to the Gulf of Mexico hypoxic zone.
Frequently asked questions
MOORHEAD POTW is located at 900 Johnny Russell Drive, Moorhead, Sunflower County, Mississippi, United States.
The plant serves approximately 2,555 residents in the Moorhead area.
The plant discharges treated effluent into local waterways that are part of the Mississippi River Basin, ultimately draining into the Gulf of Mexico.
As a U.S. facility, MOORHEAD POTW operates under the Clean Water Act and is subject to National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits issued by the state or EPA.
For small communities 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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