Overview
The Shelley S T Facility serves approximately 18,225 people in Shelley, Idaho. It operates under the U.S. Clean Water Act, with NPDES permits regulating its discharge to protect local water quality.
The Shelley S T Facility is a municipal wastewater treatment plant located in Shelley, Idaho, serving a population of about 18,225. The plant is situated in Bingham County, near the Snake River Plain, and is part of the region's infrastructure for managing domestic wastewater. As a U.S. facility, the plant operates under the Clean Water Act, which requires National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits for any discharge to surface waters. Regulatory compliance ensures that effluent meets state and federal standards. The treated wastewater from the Shelley S T Facility is discharged into the local watershed, which ultimately drains into the Snake River. The Snake River is a major tributary of the Columbia River, supporting diverse aquatic life and providing water for irrigation and recreation. The plant's operations are critical for maintaining water quality in this ecologically important river system.
Environmental context
The Shelley S T Facility discharges into the Snake River basin, which flows into the Columbia River and eventually the Pacific Ocean. The Snake River supports a variety of fish species, including salmon and trout, and is an important migratory corridor. The plant's effluent must meet strict water quality standards to protect these downstream ecosystems and recreational uses.
Frequently asked questions
The Shelley S T Facility is located on South Emerson Avenue in Shelley, Idaho, within Bingham County. It serves the municipal wastewater needs of the Shelley community.
The facility serves approximately 18,225 people, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration under U.S. regulatory frameworks.
The plant discharges treated effluent into the local watershed, which drains into the Snake River. The discharge is regulated under the Clean Water Act via an NPDES permit to ensure compliance with water quality standards.
The facility protects the Snake River and its tributaries by treating wastewater before discharge. The Snake River is a major waterway in the Pacific Northwest, flowing into the Columbia River and supporting diverse aquatic ecosystems.
As a U.S. wastewater treatment plant, the Shelley S T Facility operates under the Clean Water Act, which requires NPDES permits for any discharge to surface waters. For a plant serving about 18,000 people, secondary treatment is typically required to meet effluent limits.
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