Overview
STAR SEWER AND WATER DISTRICT serves Star, Idaho, treating wastewater for approximately 6,195 residents. The plant operates under the US Clean Water Act, with NPDES permits ensuring compliance with discharge standards.
STAR SEWER AND WATER DISTRICT is a municipal wastewater treatment facility located in Star, Ada County, Idaho. Serving a population of about 6,195, the plant is part of the region's infrastructure supporting this growing community in the Treasure Valley. As a US facility, the plant operates under the Clean Water Act and is subject to National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits issued by the Idaho Department of Environmental Quality. For a plant of this scale, secondary treatment is typically required, with possible nutrient removal to protect downstream water quality. The plant discharges into the Boise River watershed, which flows into the Snake River and ultimately the Columbia River. This system supports diverse aquatic life and provides water for irrigation and recreation in the arid Intermountain West.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Boise River, a tributary of the Snake River, which flows into the Columbia River and reaches the Pacific Ocean. The Boise River watershed supports critical habitat for native fish species such as Chinook salmon and steelhead trout, and its water quality is managed to protect these resources. The region's semi-arid climate makes water reuse and conservation important considerations.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located at 100 South Star Road, Star, Ada County, Idaho, United States.
The plant serves approximately 6,195 residents in the Star area.
The plant discharges treated effluent into the Boise River watershed, which flows into the Snake River and Columbia River.
The plant operates under the Clean Water Act and is regulated by an NPDES permit issued by the Idaho Department of Environmental Quality, ensuring compliance with federal discharge standards.
For a plant of this size, secondary treatment is standard under the Clean Water Act, often including biological processes to remove organic matter and suspended solids.
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