Overview
PUXICO WWTP is a secondary treatment plant serving 1,072 people in Puxico, Missouri. It discharges 495.89 thousand gallons per day into local waterways.
PUXICO WWTP is a municipal wastewater treatment facility located in Puxico, Stoddard County, Missouri. It serves a population of approximately 1,072 residents, classifying it as a small-scale treatment plant within the state's wastewater infrastructure. The plant provides secondary treatment, which is the standard level required by the U.S. Clean Water Act for municipal wastewater. With a designed capacity of 495.89 thousand gallons per day and a similar discharge volume, the facility operates at full capacity, indicating consistent demand from the community. The treated effluent is discharged into local receiving waters that ultimately drain into the Mississippi River basin. This contributes to the overall water quality management of the region, supporting downstream ecosystems and recreational uses.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into local streams that are part of the Mississippi River watershed, which drains into the Gulf of Mexico. The region's aquatic habitats support diverse fish and wildlife, and maintaining proper treatment levels helps prevent nutrient pollution that could contribute to hypoxic zones downstream.
Frequently asked questions
PUXICO WWTP is located in Puxico, Stoddard County, Missouri, United States.
The plant serves approximately 1,072 people.
The plant discharges treated effluent into local receiving waters 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.
As a U.S. municipal plant, it operates under the Clean Water Act, with permits issued by the Missouri Department of Natural Resources or the EPA, ensuring compliance with discharge limits.
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