Overview
Robinson Twp Ma Campbells Run STP serves 5,219 people in Robinson Township, Pennsylvania. The plant discharges treated wastewater into the Ohio River basin under US EPA NPDES regulations.
Robinson Twp Ma Campbells Run STP is a municipal wastewater treatment facility located in Robinson Township, Allegheny County, Pennsylvania. The plant serves a population of approximately 5,219 residents in the Groveton area, operating as part of the region's wastewater infrastructure. As a small-scale facility, it plays a key role in managing local sewage and protecting public health. The plant operates under the US Clean Water Act, which requires National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits for all wastewater discharges. For facilities of this size, secondary treatment is typically mandated to reduce organic pollutants and suspended solids. The plant's treatment processes are designed to meet state and federal effluent limits, ensuring compliance with environmental standards. The treated effluent is discharged into a tributary of the Ohio River, which flows into the Mississippi River and ultimately the Gulf of Mexico. The Ohio River basin supports diverse aquatic life and provides drinking water for millions. The plant's operations help maintain water quality in this ecologically significant watershed, reducing nutrient loads and protecting downstream habitats.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into a tributary of the Ohio River, part of the Mississippi River basin that drains to the Gulf of Mexico. This watershed supports diverse fish populations and migratory birds. The Ohio River is a major drinking water source, so nutrient and pathogen removal is critical to prevent algal blooms and protect public health downstream.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located on Station Street in Groveton, Robinson Township, Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, USA.
The plant serves approximately 5,219 residents in the Robinson Township area.
The treated effluent is discharged into a tributary of the Ohio River, which flows into the Mississippi River and eventually the Gulf of Mexico.
The plant operates under the US Clean Water Act, requiring an NPDES permit issued by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection. Secondary treatment is typically mandated for facilities of this scale.
Small plants in the US typically use secondary treatment processes such as activated sludge or trickling filters to meet EPA effluent guidelines for BOD and TSS.
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