Overview
Morris STP and Collection System serves Morris, Illinois, treating wastewater for approximately 8,890 residents. The plant discharges into the Illinois River basin, supporting local water quality.
The Morris STP and Collection System is a municipal wastewater treatment facility located in Morris, Grundy County, Illinois. It serves a population of about 8,890 people, making it a small to medium-sized plant in the state's wastewater infrastructure. The plant is situated near the Illinois and Michigan Trail, reflecting its role in the region's water management. As a U.S. facility, the plant operates under the Clean Water Act, with National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits issued by the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency. Regulatory compliance ensures adequate treatment for the community. The plant's treated effluent likely discharges into a tributary of the Illinois River, which flows into the Mississippi River and ultimately to the Gulf of Mexico. This watershed supports diverse aquatic life and is an important migratory corridor for birds and fish. The plant's operation helps protect downstream water quality in this ecologically significant river system.
Environmental context
The Morris STP discharges into the Illinois River watershed, which drains into the Mississippi River and then the Gulf of Mexico. This basin supports diverse aquatic species and serves as a critical migratory route for waterfowl and fish. The plant's treatment helps maintain water quality in this ecologically sensitive region, reducing nutrient and pollutant loads that could impact downstream ecosystems.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Morris, Grundy County, Illinois, United States, near the Illinois and Michigan Trail.
The plant serves approximately 8,890 residents in the Morris area.
The plant discharges treated effluent into the Illinois River watershed, which flows into the Mississippi River and eventually the Gulf of Mexico.
As a U.S. facility, the plant operates under the Clean Water Act and is regulated by an NPDES permit issued by the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency.
For a plant of this size, secondary treatment is typically required under the Clean Water Act, which involves biological processes to remove organic matter and suspended solids.
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