Overview
OAKDALE WWTF serves approximately 21,274 residents in Oakdale, California. The plant operates under the U.S. Clean Water Act, which requires NPDES permits for municipal wastewater discharges.
OAKDALE WWTF is a municipal wastewater treatment facility located in Oakdale, California, serving a population of about 21,274. The plant is situated in Stanislaus County, within the San Joaquin Valley, a region with a Mediterranean climate and significant agricultural activity. As a U.S. facility, OAKDALE WWTF operates under the Clean Water Act, administered by the EPA and likely permitted by the California State Water Resources Control Board or a regional board. For a population of this size, secondary treatment is typically required, with possible additional nutrient removal if discharging to sensitive waters. The plant's treated effluent likely discharges to a local waterway within the San Joaquin River basin, which flows northward to the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta and ultimately to San Francisco Bay. This watershed supports diverse aquatic life and is critical for regional water supply and agriculture.
Environmental context
The plant's discharge enters the San Joaquin River basin, a major tributary of the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta. The delta is a vital estuarine ecosystem supporting fish species such as Chinook salmon and Delta smelt. Downstream, the San Francisco Bay receives the combined flows, making nutrient and pollutant management crucial for water quality and habitat health.
Frequently asked questions
OAKDALE WWTF is located in Oakdale, California, United States, in Stanislaus County within the San Joaquin Valley.
The plant serves approximately 21,274 residents of Oakdale and surrounding areas.
The plant discharges treated effluent to a local waterway within the San Joaquin River basin, which flows to the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta and San Francisco Bay.
As a U.S. facility, OAKDALE WWTF operates under the Clean Water Act, with NPDES permits issued by the California State Water Resources Control Board or a regional board.
For a population of about 21,000, secondary treatment is standard under the Clean Water Act. If discharging to sensitive waters, additional nutrient removal may be required.
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