Rollin Woodstock STP - Wastewater Treatment in Rollin Township, Michigan

Rollin Woodstock STP is a municipal wastewater treatment facility located in Rollin Township, Lenawee County, Michigan. The plant serves a population of about 6,123 people, providing essential sanitation services to this rural community in the southern part of the state. As a U.S. facility, the plant operates under the Clean Water Act and is subject to National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits issued by the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE). For a plant of this size, secondary treatment is typically required to reduce organic matter and suspended solids before discharge. The treated effluent from the plant likely discharges into a local waterway that drains into the River Raisin or another tributary of Lake Erie. This watershed supports diverse aquatic life and recreational activities, making proper treatment essential for protecting downstream water quality in the Great Lakes basin.

The plant's discharge enters a local stream within the River Raisin watershed, which flows into Lake Erie, part of the Great Lakes system. This region supports diverse aquatic species, including fish and macroinvertebrates, and provides habitat for migratory birds. Protecting water quality is critical for maintaining the ecological health of Lake Erie, which faces challenges from nutrient pollution and algal blooms.