Overview
PRINCETON STP serves approximately 4,851 residents in Princeton, Minnesota. The facility discharges treated wastewater into the local watershed, which ultimately drains to the Mississippi River basin.
PRINCETON STP is a municipal wastewater treatment plant located at 695 North 2nd Street in Princeton, Minnesota, serving a population of about 4,851. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Clean Water Act, administered by the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency, which issues National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits for discharges to surface waters. As a plant serving a small agglomeration, typical treatment for facilities of this scale in the United States includes secondary treatment, which meets the minimum requirements under the Clean Water Act. The plant's design and operational details are managed to comply with state and federal standards, ensuring protection of local water quality. The treated effluent from PRINCETON STP is discharged into a receiving water body that flows into the Mississippi River basin. This river system is a major ecological corridor supporting diverse aquatic life and providing water resources for communities downstream. The plant's operations contribute to maintaining the health of this important watershed.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into a tributary of the Mississippi River, which flows southward through Minnesota and ultimately empties into the Gulf of Mexico. The Mississippi River basin supports a wide range of aquatic species and is a critical migratory route for birds. The plant's effluent management helps protect downstream water quality in this ecologically significant river system.
Frequently asked questions
PRINCETON STP is located at 695 North 2nd Street in Princeton, Minnesota, United States.
PRINCETON STP serves approximately 4,851 residents in the Princeton area.
The plant discharges treated effluent into a local water body that is part of the Mississippi River basin, ultimately flowing to the Gulf of Mexico.
PRINCETON STP operates under the U.S. Clean Water Act, with NPDES permits issued by the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency to regulate its discharges.
Plants of this scale in the U.S. typically employ secondary treatment, which includes biological processes to remove organic matter and suspended solids, meeting Clean Water Act standards.
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