Oxford WWTP and Sewer System, Oxford

Overview

Oxford WWTP and Sewer System serves approximately 21,943 people in Oxford, Ohio. The plant treats municipal wastewater and discharges into the local watershed, ultimately draining to the Ohio River.

The Oxford WWTP and Sewer System is a municipal wastewater treatment facility located at 463 McKee Avenue in Oxford, Ohio, serving a population of about 21,943. The plant is part of the city's infrastructure managed by local authorities. As a medium-sized agglomeration, the plant is expected to meet secondary treatment standards under the U.S. Clean Water Act, with National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits issued by the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency. These permits regulate effluent limits to protect water quality. The treated effluent discharges into a local stream that flows into the Great Miami River, a tributary of the Ohio River. The Ohio River is a major waterway supporting diverse aquatic life and providing drinking water for millions downstream. The plant plays a key role in maintaining the ecological health of this river system.

Environmental context

The plant discharges into a tributary of the Great Miami River, which flows into the Ohio River. The Ohio River basin supports a wide range of aquatic species and is an important migratory corridor for fish. The plant's discharge must comply with water quality standards to protect downstream ecosystems and drinking water sources.

Frequently asked questions

The plant is located at 463 McKee Avenue in Oxford, Ohio, United States.

The plant serves approximately 21,943 people in the Oxford area.

The treated effluent is discharged into a local stream that flows into the Great Miami River, a tributary of the Ohio River.

The plant operates under the U.S. Clean Water Act, with NPDES permits issued by the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency, requiring secondary treatment and effluent limits.

Plants of this size typically employ secondary treatment processes such as activated sludge or trickling filters, followed by disinfection, to meet NPDES permit requirements.