Overview
OLUSTEE WWT is a secondary treatment plant serving 680 people in Jackson County, Oklahoma. It discharges 227.13 units of treated wastewater daily, with a designed capacity of 227.12 units.
OLUSTEE WWT is a municipal wastewater treatment facility located in Jackson County, Oklahoma, United States. The plant serves a small population of 680 residents, providing secondary treatment to meet state and federal water quality standards. The plant operates under the U.S. Clean Water Act, which requires secondary treatment for municipal wastewater. With a designed capacity of 227.12 units and a discharge volume of 227.13 units, the facility operates near full capacity, reflecting consistent demand from the local community. The treated effluent is discharged into a local waterway, contributing to the Red River basin. The plant plays a key role in protecting downstream water quality and supporting the ecological health of the region's aquatic habitats.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into a tributary of the Red River, which flows through Oklahoma and Texas before emptying into the Mississippi River and ultimately the Gulf of Mexico. The local watershed supports diverse aquatic life and is important for regional agriculture. The plant's secondary treatment helps reduce nutrient and organic pollutant loads, mitigating potential impacts on downstream ecosystems.
Frequently asked questions
OLUSTEE WWT is located in Jackson County, Oklahoma, United States, near the town of Olustee.
The plant serves a population of 680 residents.
The plant discharges treated effluent into a local waterway that is part of the Red River basin, ultimately reaching the Gulf of Mexico.
OLUSTEE WWT provides secondary treatment, which is the standard required by the U.S. Clean Water Act for municipal wastewater.
As a U.S. plant, OLUSTEE WWT operates under the Clean Water Act, with permits issued by the Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality or the EPA, ensuring compliance with national effluent standards.
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