Overview
OCUD_Eastern Subregional WRF is a wastewater treatment plant in Orange County, Florida, serving approximately 107,000 people. It operates under the US Clean Water Act and EPA NPDES permit program.
OCUD_Eastern Subregional WRF is a municipal wastewater treatment facility located in Orange County, Florida, United States. The plant serves an estimated population of 107,000, classifying it as a large agglomeration under US regulatory standards. As a US-based facility, the plant operates under the Clean Water Act and is subject to National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits issued by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection. For plants of this scale, secondary treatment is typically required, with additional nutrient removal standards applicable in sensitive watersheds like those draining to the St. Johns River or Indian River Lagoon. The plant's treated effluent is discharged into the local watershed, which ultimately drains to the Atlantic Ocean via the St. Johns River or other coastal waterways. The region supports diverse aquatic ecosystems, including freshwater wetlands and estuarine habitats that are important for fish and bird species.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the St. Johns River basin, which flows northward through Florida to the Atlantic Ocean near Jacksonville. The river and its tributaries support a variety of aquatic life, including manatees, sturgeon, and numerous fish species. The downstream environment includes ecologically sensitive wetlands and estuaries that provide critical habitat for migratory birds and marine species.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located on Cypress Springs Circle in Orange County, Florida, United States, serving the eastern suburban area of the county.
The plant serves approximately 107,000 people, classifying it as a large municipal wastewater treatment facility.
The plant discharges treated effluent into the local watershed, which drains to the St. Johns River and ultimately to the Atlantic Ocean.
As a US facility, it operates under the Clean Water Act and is regulated by an EPA NPDES permit issued by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection.
Plants of this scale in Florida typically provide at least secondary treatment, with advanced nutrient removal to protect sensitive water bodies like the St. Johns River and Indian River Lagoon.
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