Overview
Temple Belton WWTP serves approximately 52,789 people in Belton, Texas. The plant operates under the U.S. Clean Water Act, with NPDES permits regulating its discharge to protect local water quality.
Temple Belton WWTP is a municipal wastewater treatment facility located at 1501 Holland Road in Belton, Texas, serving a population of around 52,789. The plant is part of the regional infrastructure managed by the city or a local utility, providing essential sanitation services to the community. As a medium-sized agglomeration, the plant is expected to meet secondary treatment standards under the U.S. Clean Water Act, with National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits issued by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ). The plant discharges treated wastewater into the local watershed, which ultimately drains into the Brazos River basin. The Brazos River flows southeast through Texas to the Gulf of Mexico, supporting diverse aquatic life and providing water for agriculture and recreation. The plant's operations are critical for maintaining water quality in this important regional waterway.
Environmental context
Temple Belton WWTP discharges into the Brazos River basin, which flows through central Texas to the Gulf of Mexico. The Brazos River supports a variety of fish and wildlife, including several species of freshwater mussels and migratory birds. The plant's effluent must meet state and federal standards to protect downstream ecosystems and recreational uses.
Frequently asked questions
Temple Belton WWTP is located at 1501 Holland Road in Belton, Bell County, Texas, United States.
The plant serves approximately 52,789 people in the Belton area.
The plant discharges treated effluent into the local watershed, which drains into the Brazos River basin and ultimately to the Gulf of Mexico.
The plant operates under the U.S. Clean Water Act, with NPDES permits issued by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) that set effluent limits to protect water quality.
Plants of this scale typically provide secondary treatment, which includes biological processes to remove organic matter and suspended solids, as required by the Clean Water Act.
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