Overview
Oak Run WWTF serves 7,500 people in Marion County, Florida. The plant operates under the US Clean Water Act framework for municipal wastewater treatment.
Oak Run WWTF is a municipal wastewater treatment facility located in Marion County, Florida, serving a population of approximately 7,500 residents. The plant is situated in an inland area of central Florida, away from coastal zones, and is part of the region's wastewater infrastructure managed under state and federal regulations. As a facility serving a small population, Oak Run WWTF is subject to the US Clean Water Act and EPA NPDES permitting requirements. The plant has a designed capacity of 1.00 million gallons per day, indicating it is sized for its service population. The treated effluent from Oak Run WWTF is discharged into local waterways that ultimately drain into the Gulf of Mexico via the Withlacoochee River or other nearby basins. The surrounding area features karst topography and numerous springs, making groundwater protection a key environmental consideration. The plant's operations help protect downstream aquatic habitats and water quality in the region.
Environmental context
Oak Run WWTF discharges into local streams and rivers that flow into the Withlacoochee River, which eventually reaches the Gulf of Mexico. The region's karst geology means groundwater and surface water are closely connected, so effective treatment is vital to protect spring ecosystems and downstream aquatic life. The plant's inland location reduces direct marine impact but still influences the broader watershed.
Frequently asked questions
Oak Run WWTF is located in Marion County, Florida, United States, near Southwest 89th Terrace in the 34481 zip code area.
Oak Run WWTF serves approximately 7,500 residents in the Oak Run community and surrounding areas of Marion County.
The plant discharges treated effluent into local surface waters that flow into the Withlacoochee River system, ultimately reaching the Gulf of Mexico.
As a US facility, Oak Run WWTF operates under the Clean Water Act and is required to have an EPA NPDES permit issued by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection, ensuring compliance with discharge limits.
For small agglomerations like Oak Run, secondary treatment is standard under the Clean Water Act. Florida regulations also require nutrient removal in sensitive watersheds to protect springs and estuaries.
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