Overview
Poplarville POTW is a municipal wastewater treatment plant in Poplarville, Mississippi, serving approximately 3,983 residents. It operates under the U.S. Clean Water Act and EPA NPDES permit program.
Poplarville POTW is a municipal wastewater treatment plant located in Poplarville, Pearl River County, Mississippi. The facility serves a population of around 3,983, placing it in the small community category under U.S. regulatory frameworks. As a U.S. wastewater facility, Poplarville POTW operates under the Clean Water Act and is subject to National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits issued by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality. For plants of this scale, secondary treatment is typically required to meet effluent limits for biochemical oxygen demand and total suspended solids. The plant discharges treated wastewater into local waterways within the Pearl River basin, which flows southward to the Gulf of Mexico. The Pearl River and its tributaries support diverse aquatic life and provide recreational and ecological value to the region.
Environmental context
Poplarville POTW discharges into the Pearl River watershed, which drains into the Gulf of Mexico via the Pearl River and its estuary. The downstream environment includes freshwater wetlands and coastal habitats that support fish, shellfish, and migratory birds. The plant's discharge must comply with water quality standards to protect these ecosystems.
Frequently asked questions
Poplarville POTW is located in Poplarville, Pearl River County, Mississippi, United States.
The plant serves approximately 3,983 residents, classifying it as a small community wastewater facility.
The plant discharges treated effluent into local waterways within the Pearl River basin, which ultimately flows to the Gulf of Mexico.
As a U.S. facility, it operates under the Clean Water Act and is regulated by an NPDES permit issued by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality.
Small municipal plants in the U.S. typically use secondary treatment processes, such as activated sludge or lagoon systems, to meet EPA effluent guidelines.
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