Overview
Parsons WWTP serves approximately 11,000 people in Labette County, Kansas, as part of the municipal wastewater infrastructure. The plant operates under U.S. Clean Water Act regulations.
Parsons WWTP is a municipal wastewater treatment facility located in Labette County, Kansas, serving a population of about 11,000. The plant is situated inland, away from coastal areas, and treats wastewater from the Parsons area. As a U.S. facility, the plant operates under the Clean Water Act and is subject to National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permitting. For a population of this scale, secondary treatment is typically required, with possible additional nutrient removal depending on the receiving water body's sensitivity. The treated effluent is discharged into local waterways that drain into the Neosho River basin, ultimately contributing to the Arkansas River system. The plant plays a key role in protecting downstream water quality and supporting aquatic life in the region.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Neosho River watershed, which flows into the Arkansas River and eventually the Mississippi River. This inland basin supports diverse aquatic habitats and is important for regional water quality. The treatment plant helps reduce nutrient and pollutant loads, protecting downstream ecosystems.
Frequently asked questions
Parsons WWTP is located in Labette County, Kansas, United States, at 22000 Road, serving the Parsons area.
The plant serves approximately 11,011 people, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration under U.S. wastewater treatment standards.
The treated effluent is discharged into local waterways within the Neosho River basin, which flows into the Arkansas River and eventually the Mississippi River.
As a U.S. facility, Parsons WWTP operates under the Clean Water Act and is regulated through the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit program, typically administered by the Kansas Department of Health and Environment.
For a population of this size, secondary treatment is standard under the Clean Water Act, which includes biological treatment to remove organic matter and suspended solids. Additional nutrient removal may be required if the receiving water body is sensitive.
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