Overview
PERRY STP serves Perry, Florida, treating wastewater for approximately 8,000 residents. The plant operates under U.S. EPA and state regulations, discharging treated effluent into local waterways.
PERRY STP is a municipal wastewater treatment plant located in Perry, Taylor County, Florida, serving a population of about 8,000. The facility is part of the region's infrastructure, managing domestic wastewater from the community. The plant operates under the U.S. Clean Water Act, which requires secondary treatment for municipal facilities. The designed capacity is 1.00 million gallons per day, indicating a scale appropriate for the population served. Compliance is ensured through National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits issued by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection. The plant discharges treated effluent into nearby water bodies that ultimately drain to the Gulf of Mexico. The receiving waters support diverse aquatic life and are part of the broader coastal ecosystem. Proper treatment helps protect downstream habitats and water quality in the region.
Environmental context
The plant's treated effluent enters local streams and rivers that flow into the Gulf of Mexico, a major marine ecosystem. The watershed supports diverse aquatic species and is important for regional fisheries. Protecting water quality in this coastal plain environment is critical for maintaining ecological balance and recreational uses.
Frequently asked questions
PERRY STP is located on Goff Street in Perry, Taylor County, Florida, United States.
PERRY STP serves approximately 8,000 residents in the Perry area.
The plant discharges treated effluent into local water bodies that flow toward the Gulf of Mexico, following NPDES permit requirements.
PERRY STP operates under the U.S. Clean Water Act, with NPDES permits issued by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection, requiring secondary treatment and effluent limits.
Plants of this size typically use secondary treatment processes such as activated sludge or trickling filters, followed by disinfection, to meet EPA standards.
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