Silver City POTW - Secondary Wastewater Treatment Plant in Mississippi

Silver City POTW is a municipal wastewater treatment plant located in Silver City, Humphreys County, Mississippi. It serves a small population of 467 residents, reflecting its role in a rural community. The plant is situated at 409 Main Street and operates as part of the local infrastructure managed by the town. The plant provides secondary treatment, which is the standard level required by the US Clean Water Act for municipal facilities. Secondary treatment typically involves biological processes to reduce organic matter and suspended solids. The plant has a designed capacity of 227.12 units and currently discharges 227.13 units, indicating near-full utilization. The treated effluent is discharged into local waterways, likely tributaries of the Yazoo River basin, which flows into the Mississippi River and ultimately the Gulf of Mexico. The plant's operations are subject to National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits issued by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, ensuring compliance with water quality standards.

The plant discharges into the Yazoo River basin, a major tributary of the Mississippi River. The downstream environment includes the Mississippi River Delta and the Gulf of Mexico, which support diverse aquatic life and important fisheries. The region's flat topography and agricultural land use can contribute to nutrient runoff, making effective wastewater treatment critical for preventing eutrophication in downstream waters.