Overview
Stockton Lake State Park wastewater treatment plant in Cane Hill, Missouri, provides secondary treatment for a small population of 80. The plant discharges treated wastewater into the local watershed.
Stockton Lake State Park wastewater treatment plant is located in Cane Hill, Cedar County, Missouri, serving a small population of 80 people. The plant provides secondary treatment, a standard level for small communities in the United States. The plant has a designed capacity of 18.93 volume units and discharges a similar volume, indicating it operates at near-full capacity. As a US facility, it operates under the Clean Water Act, with National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits issued by the Missouri Department of Natural Resources, ensuring compliance with water quality standards. The treated effluent is discharged into the local watershed, which drains into the Osage River basin and ultimately the Missouri River. This contributes to the water quality of downstream ecosystems, supporting aquatic life and recreational uses in the region.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Osage River basin, which flows into the Missouri River and then the Mississippi River. The local watershed supports diverse aquatic habitats and is important for regional biodiversity. The secondary treatment helps reduce nutrient and pollutant loads, protecting downstream water quality.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located at 19118 MO 215, Cane Hill, Cedar County, Missouri, United States.
The plant serves a small population of 80 people, typical for a state park facility.
The plant discharges treated wastewater into the local watershed, which drains into the Osage River basin.
As a US facility, it operates under the Clean Water Act, with NPDES permits issued by the Missouri Department of Natural Resources.
Small plants like this typically provide secondary treatment, which is the minimum standard under the Clean Water Act for most discharges.
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