Russellville WWTP and Sewer System - Advanced Treatment in Ohio

The Russellville WWTP and Sewer System is a municipal wastewater treatment facility located in Russellville, Brown County, Ohio. Serving a small population of 478, the plant provides advanced treatment to ensure high-quality effluent before discharge. As a facility in the United States, it operates under the Clean Water Act, with National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits issued by the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency. The plant's designed capacity is 321.76 million gallons per day, with a current discharge volume of 98.42 million gallons per day, indicating ample capacity for future growth. The treated effluent is released into local streams that drain into the Ohio River, a major tributary of the Mississippi River. This contributes to the overall water quality of the Ohio River basin, which supports diverse aquatic life and provides drinking water for millions downstream. The advanced treatment level helps minimize nutrient and pollutant loads, protecting the ecological health of the receiving waters.

The plant discharges into local waterways that flow into the Ohio River, which ultimately joins the Mississippi River and empties into the Gulf of Mexico. The Ohio River basin is a critical ecological corridor, supporting numerous fish species and migratory birds. Advanced treatment at this facility helps reduce the risk of eutrophication and maintains water quality in the downstream river system.