Overview
New Holstein WWTP serves approximately 3,300 residents in New Holstein, Wisconsin. The plant operates under the U.S. Clean Water Act, with a designed capacity of 1.00 million gallons per day.
New Holstein WWTP is a municipal wastewater treatment facility located in New Holstein, Calumet County, Wisconsin. Serving a population of around 3,322, the plant is part of the region's essential water infrastructure, managing domestic wastewater from the community. Under the U.S. Clean Water Act, the plant is subject to National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permitting, which sets effluent limits to protect water quality. Plants of this scale typically employ secondary treatment, including biological processes, to meet regulatory standards. The treated effluent from New Holstein WWTP is discharged to a local water body that ultimately drains into Lake Michigan via the Sheboygan River or Manitowoc River watersheds. Lake Michigan is a vital freshwater resource supporting diverse aquatic life and providing drinking water for millions. The plant's operations are crucial for maintaining the ecological health of these downstream waters.
Environmental context
The plant's discharge enters a tributary of the Sheboygan River or Manitowoc River, both of which flow into Lake Michigan. Lake Michigan is a large freshwater lake that supports a complex ecosystem, including native fish species and migratory birds. Protecting water quality in this watershed is essential for the lake's ecological balance and for downstream communities that rely on it for drinking water and recreation.
Frequently asked questions
New Holstein WWTP is located on Taft Avenue in New Holstein, Calumet County, Wisconsin, United States.
The plant serves approximately 3,322 residents in the New Holstein area.
The treated effluent is discharged to a local water body that flows into the Sheboygan River or Manitowoc River watershed, ultimately reaching Lake Michigan.
The plant operates under the U.S. Clean Water Act, which requires NPDES permits for wastewater discharges. These permits set effluent limits to protect water quality in receiving waters.
For small communities of this size, secondary treatment is standard, typically involving biological processes such as activated sludge or trickling filters to reduce organic matter and suspended solids.
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