Overview
POTTS CAMP POTW NORTHWEST is a secondary treatment plant serving Potts Camp, Mississippi. It discharges treated wastewater into local waterways, supporting the region's sanitation infrastructure.
POTTS CAMP POTW NORTHWEST is a municipal wastewater treatment plant located in Potts Camp, Mississippi, United States. The facility serves a population of approximately 661 residents, providing essential sanitation services for this small community in Marshall County. The plant operates with secondary treatment, which is the standard level required under the U.S. Clean Water Act for municipal wastewater. With a designed capacity of 329.33 thousand gallons per day and a current discharge volume of 249.84 thousand gallons per day, the facility operates below its capacity, indicating room for future growth. The treated effluent is discharged into local waterways that drain into the Mississippi River basin. The plant plays a key role in protecting downstream water quality and aquatic ecosystems in the region.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into tributaries of the Mississippi River, which flows into the Gulf of Mexico. This watershed supports diverse aquatic life and is an important migratory corridor for birds and fish. The facility's secondary treatment helps reduce nutrient loads that could contribute to hypoxia in the Gulf.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located on West Front Avenue in Potts Camp, Marshall County, Mississippi, United States.
The plant serves approximately 661 residents in the Potts Camp area.
The plant discharges treated effluent into local waterways that are part of the Mississippi River basin.
The plant provides secondary treatment, which is the standard required by the U.S. Clean Water Act for municipal wastewater facilities.
The plant operates under the Clean Water Act, which mandates secondary treatment for municipal plants. It is likely permitted through the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) program.
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