Russell WWTP, Keeler Corner, Arkansas - Advanced Wastewater Treatment

Russell WWTP is a municipal wastewater treatment facility located in Keeler Corner, White County, Arkansas. Serving a small population of 216, the plant provides advanced treatment to ensure high-quality effluent before discharge. The plant operates under the U.S. Clean Water Act, which requires NPDES permits for discharges. Advanced treatment goes beyond secondary standards, typically incorporating nutrient removal or filtration to protect sensitive water bodies. The plant's designed capacity is 113.56 million gallons per day, with a current discharge volume of 386.11 million gallons per day. The treated effluent enters the local watershed, which drains into the White River system and eventually the Mississippi River. This region supports diverse aquatic life and is important for regional water quality. The plant's advanced treatment helps minimize nutrient loading and protect downstream ecosystems.

The plant discharges into the White River basin, which flows into the Mississippi River and ultimately the Gulf of Mexico. This watershed supports diverse aquatic species and is a critical migratory corridor. Advanced treatment reduces nutrient pollution, helping to mitigate hypoxia in the Gulf.