OCUD_South WWTF - Tangelo Park, Florida Wastewater Treatment Plant

OCUD_South WWTF is a major wastewater treatment facility located in Tangelo Park, Florida, serving a population of approximately 350,000. The plant is part of the Orange County utility system and plays a critical role in managing wastewater from the greater Orlando area. As a large agglomeration serving over 100,000 people, the plant is expected to provide at least secondary treatment under the US Clean Water Act. The National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit program governs its discharge, ensuring compliance with water quality standards. The plant's capacity and treatment processes are designed to meet the demands of a growing urban population. The treated effluent is discharged into the local watershed, which ultimately drains into the Atlantic Ocean via the St. Johns River or other regional water bodies. The plant's operations help protect downstream ecosystems, including sensitive wetlands and estuaries that support diverse aquatic life.

The plant's discharge enters the Florida watershed, which feeds into the St. Johns River and eventually the Atlantic Ocean. This region includes ecologically sensitive wetlands and estuaries that provide critical habitat for fish, birds, and other wildlife. Proper treatment is essential to prevent nutrient pollution and protect water quality in these downstream environments.