Overview
Oakdale WWTP is a secondary treatment facility serving 372 people in Oakdale, Nebraska. It discharges 113.56 million gallons per year and operates under the US Clean Water Act.
Oakdale WWTP is a municipal wastewater treatment plant located on Highway 275 in Oakdale, Antelope County, Nebraska. It serves a small population of 372 residents, reflecting the rural character of the area. The plant provides secondary treatment, which is the standard level required by the US Clean Water Act for municipal facilities. The designed capacity is 113.56 million gallons per year, matching the discharge volume, indicating the plant operates at full capacity. Treated effluent is discharged into local waterways that eventually drain into the Elkhorn River and then the Platte River system. These rivers support diverse aquatic life and are important for regional agriculture and recreation.
Environmental context
The plant's discharge enters the Elkhorn River watershed, which flows into the Platte River and ultimately the Missouri River. This basin supports a variety of fish species and migratory birds. The region's semi-arid climate makes water quality management critical for maintaining ecosystem health and agricultural water supplies.
Frequently asked questions
Oakdale WWTP is located on Highway 275 in Oakdale, Antelope County, Nebraska, United States.
The plant serves a population of 372 residents in the Oakdale area.
The plant discharges treated effluent into local waterways that drain into the Elkhorn River and eventually the Platte River system.
As a US facility, Oakdale WWTP operates under the Clean Water Act, with National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits issued by the Nebraska Department of Environment and Energy.
For small communities like Oakdale, secondary treatment is standard under the Clean Water Act, ensuring removal of biodegradable organic matter and suspended solids.
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