Redwood Park CSD WWTP - Secondary Treatment Plant in Del Norte County, California

Redwood Park CSD WWTP is a municipal wastewater treatment facility located in Del Norte County, California, near the Pacific coast. The plant serves a small population of 160 residents and operates under the regulatory framework of the US Clean Water Act, which governs wastewater discharges through the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES). As a secondary treatment facility, it meets the standard level of treatment required for most municipal plants in the United States. The plant has a designed capacity of 34.07 million gallons per day and currently discharges a similar volume, indicating full utilization. Secondary treatment typically involves biological processes to reduce organic matter and suspended solids. The plant's proximity to the coast means its discharge is subject to stringent water quality standards to protect marine ecosystems. The treated effluent from Redwood Park CSD WWTP ultimately reaches the Pacific Ocean, a major water body that supports diverse marine life and coastal habitats. The plant plays a key role in protecting local water quality in the region, which includes sensitive coastal environments and recreational areas.

The plant discharges into the Pacific Ocean, which receives runoff from the coastal watersheds of Del Norte County. The area is ecologically sensitive, supporting diverse marine species and serving as a migratory corridor for salmon and other fish. The plant's secondary treatment helps reduce nutrient and pollutant loads, mitigating impacts on nearshore habitats and maintaining water quality for downstream ecosystems.