Overview
Paragould WWTP serves approximately 26,000 residents in Paragould, Arkansas. The plant operates under the US Clean Water Act and EPA NPDES permitting framework.
Paragould WWTP is a municipal wastewater treatment facility located in Paragould, Arkansas, serving a population of about 26,113. The plant is situated in Greene County and plays a key role in managing wastewater for this inland community. As a US facility, Paragould WWTP operates under the Clean Water Act, with discharge permits issued by the Arkansas Department of Energy and Environment. The plant's treated effluent is discharged into local waterways that ultimately drain into the Mississippi River Basin. This connection to a major river system underscores the importance of effective treatment to protect downstream water quality and aquatic habitats.
Environmental context
Paragould WWTP discharges into receiving waters that flow into the Mississippi River Basin, a vast watershed supporting diverse aquatic life and providing water resources for communities and agriculture. The plant's location in the interior US means its effluent contributes to the health of downstream ecosystems, including the Mississippi River and the Gulf of Mexico. Effective treatment is essential to minimize nutrient loading and protect water quality in this ecologically significant basin.
Frequently asked questions
Paragould WWTP is located on Grant Lane in Paragould, Greene County, Arkansas, United States.
The plant serves approximately 26,113 residents in the Paragould area.
The plant discharges treated effluent into local waterways that are part of the Mississippi River Basin, ultimately reaching the Mississippi River and the Gulf of Mexico.
As a US facility, Paragould WWTP operates under the Clean Water Act and is subject to National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits issued by the Arkansas Department of Energy and Environment.
For a plant of this scale, secondary treatment is the standard requirement under the Clean Water Act, which typically involves biological processes to remove organic matter and suspended solids.
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