Overview
RWRA Owensboro West WWTP serves Owensboro, Kentucky, treating municipal wastewater for approximately 35,788 residents under US EPA NPDES regulations.
The RWRA Owensboro West WWTP is a municipal wastewater treatment facility located on Maple Street in Owensboro, Daviess County, Kentucky. Serving a population of roughly 35,788, the plant is part of the regional wastewater infrastructure managed by the Owensboro-Daviess County area. As a US-based facility, the plant operates under the Clean Water Act and is subject to National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits issued by the Kentucky Division of Water. For a medium-sized agglomeration of this scale, secondary treatment is typically required, with potential additional nutrient removal standards depending on the receiving water body's sensitivity. The plant's treated effluent discharges into the Ohio River watershed, which flows westward to the Mississippi River and ultimately to the Gulf of Mexico. The Ohio River supports diverse aquatic life and serves as a critical water resource for communities and industries along its course. The plant's operations play a role in maintaining water quality in this major river system.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Ohio River basin, a major tributary of the Mississippi River that drains into the Gulf of Mexico. The Ohio River supports a variety of fish species and provides habitat for migratory birds. Downstream, the Mississippi River delta is an ecologically sensitive area that benefits from nutrient management upstream to reduce hypoxic zones in the Gulf.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located on Maple Street in Owensboro, Daviess County, Kentucky, United States.
The plant serves approximately 35,788 residents in the Owensboro area.
The treated effluent is discharged into the Ohio River watershed, which flows to the Mississippi River and eventually the Gulf of Mexico.
As a US facility, it operates under the Clean Water Act and is regulated by an NPDES permit issued by the Kentucky Division of Water.
Plants of this scale typically employ secondary treatment, which includes biological processes to remove organic matter and suspended solids. Additional nutrient removal may be required if discharging into sensitive waters.
Nearby plants