Overview
Philothea Sewer District WWTP is a secondary treatment plant in Philothea, Ohio, serving 150 people. It discharges 90.85 million gallons per year and operates under the US Clean Water Act.
Philothea Sewer District WWTP is a municipal wastewater treatment facility located in Philothea, Mercer County, Ohio. Serving a small population of 150 residents, the plant provides secondary treatment to meet local water quality standards. The plant operates under the US Clean Water Act, which requires secondary treatment for municipal wastewater. With a designed capacity of 90.85 million gallons per year, the facility treats wastewater from the local community before discharge. The plant's discharge ultimately flows into the Ohio River basin, supporting downstream aquatic ecosystems. As a small inland facility, it plays a role in protecting local water quality in the region.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Ohio River watershed, which drains into the Mississippi River and eventually the Gulf of Mexico. The receiving waters support diverse aquatic life and are important for regional water quality. The plant's secondary treatment helps reduce nutrient and pollutant loads to the downstream environment.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located on Philothea Road in Philothea, Mercer County, Ohio, United States.
The plant serves a small population of 150 residents in the Philothea area.
The plant discharges treated wastewater into the Ohio River basin, which ultimately flows to the Mississippi River and the Gulf of Mexico.
As a US facility, the plant operates under the Clean Water Act, with National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits issued by the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency.
Small plants in the US typically use secondary treatment, which includes biological processes to remove organic matter and suspended solids, meeting EPA standards.
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