Overview
Oconto Falls STP is an advanced wastewater treatment plant serving 2,921 people in Oconto Falls, Wisconsin. It discharges treated water into the local watershed, ultimately reaching Lake Michigan.
Oconto Falls STP is a municipal wastewater treatment facility located in Oconto Falls, Wisconsin, United States. The plant serves a population of approximately 2,921 residents, providing advanced treatment to protect public health and the environment. The plant operates under the U.S. Clean Water Act, which requires National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits for all discharges. With advanced treatment capabilities, the facility meets stringent effluent standards typical for plants of this scale in Wisconsin. The designed capacity of 2,574 cubic meters per day ensures adequate treatment for the community. The treated effluent is discharged into the Oconto River, which flows into Green Bay and ultimately Lake Michigan. This watershed supports diverse aquatic life and recreational activities. The plant's advanced treatment helps minimize nutrient loading and protects downstream water quality in the Great Lakes ecosystem.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Oconto River, a tributary of Green Bay on Lake Michigan. This watershed is part of the larger Great Lakes basin, which is ecologically sensitive due to its role in supporting fisheries, migratory birds, and recreational uses. Advanced treatment at this plant helps reduce phosphorus and other pollutants that could contribute to algal blooms in Green Bay.
Frequently asked questions
Oconto Falls STP is located at 126 Sheridan Street in Oconto Falls, Wisconsin, United States.
The plant serves a population of approximately 2,921 residents in the Oconto Falls area.
The treated effluent is discharged into the Oconto River, which flows into Green Bay and then Lake Michigan.
The plant provides advanced treatment, which goes beyond secondary treatment to remove additional nutrients and contaminants.
The plant operates under the U.S. Clean Water Act and is required to have an NPDES permit that sets effluent limits to protect water quality.
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