Overview
Philippi WWTP serves the town of Philippi, West Virginia, treating wastewater for approximately 3,275 residents. The plant discharges into the local watershed, contributing to the Tygart Valley River basin.
Philippi WWTP is a municipal wastewater treatment facility located in Philippi, West Virginia, serving a population of about 3,275. The plant is situated in Barbour County, near the Tygart Valley River, and operates under the regulatory framework of the United States Clean Water Act, which requires National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits for discharges into surface waters. As a small-scale facility, Philippi WWTP is expected to provide at least secondary treatment, which is the minimum standard for municipal wastewater plants in the U.S. Typical plants of this size employ biological treatment followed by disinfection before discharge. The treated effluent from Philippi WWTP flows into the Tygart Valley River, a tributary of the Monongahela River, which eventually drains into the Ohio River and then the Mississippi River system. The local watershed supports diverse aquatic life and is important for recreation and water supply downstream.
Environmental context
Philippi WWTP discharges into the Tygart Valley River, which flows into the Monongahela River, part of the larger Ohio River basin. The watershed supports a variety of fish species and provides habitat for aquatic invertebrates. Downstream waters are used for recreation and drinking water, making effective treatment essential for protecting water quality and ecosystem health.
Frequently asked questions
Philippi WWTP is located at 4th Street, North Philippi, in Philippi, Barbour County, West Virginia, United States.
Philippi WWTP serves approximately 3,275 residents in the town of Philippi and surrounding areas.
The treated wastewater from Philippi WWTP discharges into the Tygart Valley River, which flows into the Monongahela River and eventually the Ohio River.
Philippi WWTP operates under the U.S. Clean Water Act, which requires an NPDES permit for discharges. The permit is typically issued by the West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection.
For a small municipal plant like Philippi WWTP, secondary treatment is standard, involving biological processes to remove organic matter and solids, followed by disinfection.
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