Overview
ST ANTHONY SEWAGE LAGOON serves Fremont County, Idaho, treating wastewater for approximately 4,300 residents. The plant operates under the US Clean Water Act, discharging treated effluent to local waterways.
ST ANTHONY SEWAGE LAGOON is a municipal wastewater treatment facility located in Fremont County, Idaho, United States. The plant serves a population of around 4,317 people, typical of a small rural community in the western US. Its location in eastern Idaho places it within the Upper Snake River watershed, an agriculturally important region. As a small agglomeration, the plant is subject to US EPA regulations under the Clean Water Act, which requires secondary treatment for municipal wastewater. Sewage lagoons are common in rural areas for their low operational cost and effective treatment. The population served suggests a modest scale. The treated effluent is discharged into local waterways that ultimately drain into the Snake River, a major tributary of the Columbia River. This water body supports diverse aquatic life and is used for irrigation and recreation. Proper treatment is essential to protect water quality in this semi-arid region where water resources are highly valued.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Upper Snake River basin, which flows into the Snake River and eventually the Columbia River, reaching the Pacific Ocean. This watershed supports critical habitat for native fish species such as cutthroat trout and white sturgeon, as well as migratory birds. The region's agricultural economy depends on clean water, making effective wastewater treatment vital for maintaining ecological balance and human use.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Fremont County, Idaho, United States, near East 500 North. It serves the surrounding rural community.
The plant serves approximately 4,317 people, typical of a small rural agglomeration in Idaho.
Treated effluent is discharged into local waterways within the Upper Snake River basin, which flows into the Snake River and eventually the Columbia River.
As a US municipal wastewater plant, it operates under the Clean Water Act, with National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits issued by the Idaho Department of Environmental Quality.
Small rural plants in Idaho often use lagoon systems or secondary treatment processes. The US Clean Water Act requires secondary treatment for municipal wastewater to protect receiving water bodies.
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