Overview
OLEY TWP MUN AUTH is an advanced wastewater treatment plant in Oley Township, Pennsylvania, serving approximately 3,838 people. It discharges 946.35 cubic meters of treated effluent daily.
OLEY TWP MUN AUTH is a municipal wastewater treatment facility located in Oley Township, Berks County, Pennsylvania. The plant serves a population of about 3,838 residents and operates with a designed capacity of 946.35 cubic meters per day. The plant employs advanced treatment processes, exceeding the secondary treatment standard required by the US Clean Water Act. Under the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES), such facilities must meet strict effluent limits to protect water quality. The plant's discharge volume aligns with its capacity, indicating efficient operation. The treated effluent is discharged into local waterways that are part of the Delaware River Basin. The Delaware River supports diverse aquatic life and provides drinking water for millions. The plant's advanced treatment helps minimize nutrient and pollutant loads, contributing to the ecological health of the watershed.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into tributaries of the Schuylkill River, which flows into the Delaware River and ultimately into Delaware Bay. The Delaware River Basin is a critical water resource supporting fish species such as American shad and Atlantic sturgeon. Advanced treatment at this plant reduces nutrient enrichment and protects downstream habitats.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located at 99 Tollhouse Road, Pleasantville, Oley Township, Berks County, Pennsylvania, 19547, United States.
The plant serves approximately 3,838 residents in the Oley Township area.
The plant discharges treated effluent into local tributaries of the Schuylkill River, which flows into the Delaware River and ultimately Delaware Bay.
The plant operates under the US Clean Water Act and is subject to National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits issued by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection.
Plants of this size in the US typically provide secondary treatment as a minimum. OLEY TWP MUN AUTH employs advanced treatment, which goes beyond secondary to remove additional nutrients and pollutants.
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