Overview
North Harnett Lillington Regional WWTP serves Lillington, North Carolina, treating wastewater for approximately 7,500 residents. The plant discharges into local waterways within the Cape Fear River basin.
The North Harnett Lillington Regional WWTP is a municipal wastewater treatment facility located in Lillington, Harnett County, North Carolina. It serves a population of about 7,493 people, placing it in the small-to-medium agglomeration category under U.S. regulatory frameworks. As a U.S. facility, the plant operates under the Clean Water Act and is subject to National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits issued by the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality. For plants of this scale, secondary treatment is typically required, though advanced treatment may be mandated if the receiving waters are sensitive or if nutrient limits apply. The plant's treated effluent enters the Cape Fear River basin, which flows southeast through North Carolina to the Atlantic Ocean. The Cape Fear River supports diverse aquatic life and is an important water resource for the region, including downstream communities and ecosystems. The plant plays a key role in protecting water quality in this watershed.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Cape Fear River basin, which drains into the Atlantic Ocean near Wilmington, North Carolina. The Cape Fear River is a major waterway supporting diverse fish populations and providing drinking water for downstream communities. Nutrient loading from wastewater can affect estuarine health, making treatment performance critical for the river's ecological balance.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located on Edwards Drive in Lillington, Harnett County, North Carolina, United States.
The plant serves approximately 7,493 residents, classifying it as a small-to-medium agglomeration under U.S. wastewater regulations.
The plant discharges into the Cape Fear River basin, which flows southeast through North Carolina to the Atlantic Ocean.
As a U.S. facility, the plant operates under the Clean Water Act and must comply with an NPDES permit issued by the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality, which sets limits on pollutants to protect water quality.
For a plant of this size, secondary treatment is standard under the Clean Water Act. However, if the receiving water body is sensitive, additional nutrient removal may be required.
Nearby plants