Overview
Shelbyville STP serves approximately 16,105 residents in Shelbyville, Tennessee. The plant operates under the U.S. Clean Water Act, with NPDES permits regulating its discharge to protect local waterways.
Shelbyville STP is a municipal wastewater treatment facility located in Shelbyville, Bedford County, Tennessee. Serving a population of about 16,105, the plant is part of the city's infrastructure managed by local authorities. As a medium-sized agglomeration, it plays a key role in treating domestic wastewater from the community. Under the U.S. Clean Water Act, plants of this scale are typically required to meet secondary treatment standards through the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit program. The permit sets limits on pollutants to protect water quality. The facility likely employs conventional biological treatment methods common for its size. The plant discharges treated effluent into a receiving water body within the Tennessee River basin, which ultimately flows to the Ohio River and then the Mississippi River. This watershed supports diverse aquatic life and is used for recreation and drinking water downstream. Proper treatment helps maintain ecological balance and prevent nutrient pollution in the region.
Environmental context
The plant's discharge enters a tributary of the Tennessee River, part of the larger Mississippi River watershed. This basin supports diverse fish populations and provides habitat for migratory birds. Downstream waters are used for recreation and municipal supply, making nutrient and pathogen control critical for ecosystem health.
Frequently asked questions
Shelbyville STP is located at 151 West Jackson Street, Shelbyville, Tennessee, in Bedford County. It serves the municipal wastewater needs of the city.
The plant serves approximately 16,105 residents, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration under U.S. regulatory frameworks.
The plant discharges treated effluent into a local water body within the Tennessee River basin. The discharge is regulated by an NPDES permit under the Clean Water Act to ensure compliance with water quality standards.
Shelbyville STP operates under the U.S. Clean Water Act, which requires NPDES permits for wastewater discharges. The permit sets limits on pollutants to protect receiving waters.
Plants of this size typically use secondary treatment processes such as activated sludge or trickling filters to meet EPA standards. Disinfection is often applied before discharge to reduce pathogens.
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