Overview
Newton Falls WWTP and Sewer System serves approximately 5,400 residents in Newton Falls, Ohio. The plant operates under the U.S. Clean Water Act, which mandates secondary treatment for municipal wastewater.
Newton Falls WWTP and Sewer System is a municipal wastewater treatment facility located in Newton Falls, Trumbull County, Ohio. The plant serves a population of about 5,400 people, classifying it as a small to medium-sized facility under U.S. EPA guidelines. As a U.S. facility, the plant operates under the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit program, which requires secondary treatment for municipal wastewater. The Clean Water Act sets effluent limits to protect water quality, and the plant must comply with state and federal regulations. The treated effluent is discharged into a local water body that ultimately drains into the Mahoning River watershed, which flows into the Ohio River and then the Mississippi River system. The plant plays a key role in protecting downstream aquatic ecosystems and maintaining water quality in the region.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into a tributary of the Mahoning River, which flows into the Ohio River and eventually the Mississippi River. The watershed supports diverse aquatic life and is an important corridor for migratory fish. Protecting water quality in this basin is critical for downstream ecosystems and drinking water supplies.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located at 500 Ophelia Street, Newton Falls, Trumbull County, Ohio, United States.
The plant serves approximately 5,400 residents in the Newton Falls area.
The treated effluent is discharged into a local water body that drains into the Mahoning River watershed, part of the Ohio River basin.
The plant operates under the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES), which requires secondary treatment and sets effluent limits to protect water quality.
Under the Clean Water Act, municipal plants of this size are required to provide secondary treatment, which typically involves biological processes to remove organic matter and solids.
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