Strongsville C WWTP and Sewers - Ohio Wastewater Treatment Plant

Strongsville C WWTP and Sewers is a municipal wastewater treatment facility located on Pearl Road in Strongsville, Cuyahoga County, Ohio. The plant serves a population of approximately 5,400 residents, classifying it as a small to medium-sized agglomeration under US EPA guidelines. The plant operates under the regulatory framework of the US Clean Water Act, which requires secondary treatment for municipal wastewater facilities. The designed capacity of 1.00 million gallons per day indicates the plant's scale, and it is subject to National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits issued by the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency. The plant discharges treated wastewater into local waterways that ultimately drain into Lake Erie via the Cuyahoga River watershed. Lake Erie is a vital freshwater resource supporting diverse aquatic life and providing drinking water for millions. The plant's operations contribute to protecting water quality in this ecologically significant Great Lake.

The plant's treated effluent flows into the Cuyahoga River watershed, which drains into Lake Erie. Lake Erie is the shallowest and most biologically productive of the Great Lakes, supporting important fisheries and migratory bird populations. The watershed faces challenges from agricultural runoff and urban stormwater, making effective wastewater treatment critical for maintaining water quality and ecosystem health.