Overview
MT PLEASANT wastewater treatment plant serves Mount Pleasant, Utah, USA. It is an inland facility serving a population of 3,260, operating under U.S. Clean Water Act regulations.
The MT PLEASANT wastewater treatment plant is located in Mount Pleasant, Sanpete County, Utah, United States. It serves a population of approximately 3,260 residents in this inland community. The plant is part of the municipal infrastructure managed by local authorities. As a U.S. facility, the plant operates under the Clean Water Act and is subject to National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permitting. For small agglomerations like this, secondary treatment is typically required to meet effluent standards. The plant's design capacity and treatment processes are aligned with state and federal guidelines. The treated effluent from the plant likely discharges into a local waterway within the Great Basin drainage system. The surrounding area is characterized by semi-arid climate and agricultural land use. The plant plays a key role in protecting local water quality and supporting downstream ecosystems.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into a local watercourse that drains into the San Pitch River, a tributary of the Sevier River, which ultimately flows into the Sevier Lake in Utah's Great Basin. This terminal lake is a sensitive saline ecosystem that supports migratory birds and endemic aquatic species. The plant's operations help maintain water quality in this arid region.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located at 9 Main Street, Mount Pleasant, Sanpete County, Utah, United States.
The plant serves approximately 3,260 residents in the Mount Pleasant area.
The treated effluent is discharged into a local waterway that flows into the San Pitch River, part of the Sevier River basin.
As a U.S. facility, it operates under the Clean Water Act and is regulated via an NPDES permit issued by the state of Utah.
For small communities, secondary treatment is standard, often using activated sludge or lagoon systems to meet EPA effluent guidelines.
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