Overview
ROLLA VICHY ROAD WWTP serves the city of Rolla, Missouri, treating wastewater for approximately 1,500 residents. The plant operates under the U.S. Clean Water Act framework.
ROLLA VICHY ROAD WWTP is a municipal wastewater treatment facility located in Rolla, Missouri, United States. It serves a small population of around 1,500 people in the Phelps County area. The plant is situated on County Road 8030 and plays a key role in managing local wastewater. As a small-scale facility in the United States, the plant is subject to the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permitting program under the Clean Water Act. The plant's designed capacity is not disclosed, but it is sized to accommodate the local population. The plant discharges treated effluent into the local watershed, which ultimately drains into the Missouri River system. This river network supports diverse aquatic life and provides water resources for communities downstream. Proper treatment at this facility helps protect water quality in the region.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Missouri River basin, which flows into the Mississippi River and eventually the Gulf of Mexico. The local watershed supports aquatic habitats and is used for recreation and water supply. Effective wastewater treatment is essential to prevent nutrient pollution and protect downstream ecosystems.
Frequently asked questions
ROLLA VICHY ROAD WWTP is located on County Road 8030 in Rolla, Phelps County, Missouri, United States.
The plant serves approximately 1,500 residents in the Rolla area.
The plant discharges treated effluent into the local watershed, which is part of the Missouri River basin, ultimately flowing to the Mississippi River and Gulf of Mexico.
The plant operates under the U.S. Clean Water Act, with discharge permits issued through the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) by the Missouri Department of Natural Resources.
Small plants in the U.S. typically provide secondary treatment, which includes biological processes to reduce organic matter and suspended solids, meeting EPA standards.
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