Overview
Swansboro WWTP is an advanced treatment facility in the United States serving approximately 1,981 people. It discharges 961.50 million gallons per year and has a designed capacity of 2,271.24 million gallons per year.
Swansboro WWTP is a wastewater treatment facility located in the United States, serving a population of about 1,981. The plant provides advanced treatment, ensuring high-quality effluent before discharge. Its designed capacity is 2,271.24 million gallons per year, with an annual discharge volume of 961.50 million gallons. The plant operates under the U.S. Clean Water Act, which requires National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits for all discharges. Advanced treatment typically includes processes beyond secondary treatment, such as nutrient removal or disinfection, to meet stringent water quality standards. The treated effluent is discharged into a local water body, which eventually drains into the Atlantic Ocean via the coastal river systems of North Carolina. The plant plays a key role in protecting downstream aquatic ecosystems and maintaining water quality in the region.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into a local water body that flows into the coastal rivers of North Carolina, ultimately reaching the Atlantic Ocean. This watershed supports diverse aquatic life, including estuarine species, and is important for regional fisheries and recreational activities. The advanced treatment helps minimize nutrient loading and protect downstream habitats.
Frequently asked questions
Swansboro WWTP is located in the United States, with coordinates approximately 34.405 N, -77.082 W. It serves the Swansboro area in North Carolina.
The plant serves a population of approximately 1,981 people.
The plant discharges treated effluent into a local water body, which eventually flows into the Atlantic Ocean via North Carolina's coastal river systems.
The plant operates under the U.S. Clean Water Act, requiring an NPDES permit issued by the state or EPA. Advanced treatment ensures compliance with water quality standards.
Swansboro WWTP provides advanced treatment, which typically includes processes beyond secondary treatment such as nutrient removal or disinfection to protect sensitive water bodies.
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