Overview
Rockford WWTP and Sewer System serves approximately 1,126 residents in Mercer County, Ohio. The plant discharges treated wastewater into local waterways within the Ohio River basin.
The Rockford WWTP and Sewer System is a municipal wastewater treatment facility located on Frysinger Road in Mercer County, Ohio. Serving a small population of around 1,126 people, the plant is part of the region's essential water infrastructure for the community of Rockford and surrounding areas. As a small-scale facility in the United States, the plant operates under the regulatory framework of the Clean Water Act, administered by the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency. Plants of this size typically employ secondary treatment to meet National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit requirements. The treated effluent from the plant is discharged into local streams that flow into the Wabash River system, which ultimately drains into the Ohio River and then the Mississippi River. This watershed supports diverse aquatic life and provides water resources for communities downstream. The plant's operations are important for protecting water quality in this rural agricultural region.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into tributaries of the Wabash River, which flows into the Ohio River and eventually the Mississippi River. The local watershed is primarily agricultural, with runoff from farms contributing nutrient loads. The plant's treatment helps reduce the impact of municipal wastewater on downstream water quality, supporting aquatic habitats and recreational uses in the region.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located on Frysinger Road in Mercer County, Ohio, serving the community of Rockford and surrounding areas.
The plant serves approximately 1,126 residents, classifying it as a small municipal wastewater treatment facility.
The treated effluent is discharged into local streams that flow into the Wabash River system, part of the larger Ohio River basin.
The plant operates under the U.S. Clean Water Act, with NPDES permits issued by the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency.
Small plants in Ohio typically use secondary treatment processes such as activated sludge or lagoons to meet permit limits for BOD and TSS.
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