Overview
Soda Springs WW Treat Fac serves approximately 3,058 residents in Soda Springs, Idaho. The plant operates under the U.S. Clean Water Act, ensuring treated effluent meets federal standards before discharge.
Soda Springs WW Treat Fac is a municipal wastewater treatment facility located at 598 Big Springs Road in Soda Springs, Idaho. Serving a population of about 3,058, the plant is part of the community's essential infrastructure for managing domestic wastewater. As a U.S. facility, it operates under the Clean Water Act and is subject to National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permitting. The plant's design capacity and treatment level are consistent with standard practices for small agglomerations. The treated effluent is discharged into local waterways that drain into the Bear River system, which ultimately flows to the Great Salt Lake. This watershed supports diverse aquatic life and provides water for agriculture and recreation in southeastern Idaho.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Bear River watershed, which flows through Idaho, Utah, and Wyoming before reaching the Great Salt Lake. This basin supports important migratory bird habitats and is a critical water source for agriculture. The downstream environment includes sensitive wetland areas that benefit from proper nutrient management.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located at 598 Big Springs Road in Soda Springs, Idaho, within Caribou County.
The plant serves approximately 3,058 residents in the Soda Springs area.
Treated effluent is discharged into local waterways that are part of the Bear River watershed, which ultimately drains into the Great Salt Lake.
As a U.S. facility, it operates under the Clean Water Act and is regulated through the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit program, typically administered by the Idaho Department of Environmental Quality.
For small communities of this size, secondary treatment is standard, often involving biological processes such as activated sludge or lagoon systems, followed by disinfection.
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