Overview
Thompson Borough wastewater treatment plant in Pennsylvania serves 299 residents with advanced treatment. It discharges 75.71 megaliters annually and has a designed capacity of 113.56 megaliters.
Thompson Borough wastewater treatment plant is located in Thompson, Pennsylvania, serving a small population of 299 residents. The facility provides advanced treatment, ensuring high-quality effluent before discharge. With a designed capacity of 113.56 megaliters and an annual discharge volume of 75.71 megaliters, the plant is operating below its capacity. The treated effluent is discharged into local waterways, contributing to the health of the Susquehanna River basin. This region is part of the Chesapeake Bay watershed, where nutrient reduction is a key environmental priority. The plant's advanced treatment helps minimize impacts on downstream ecosystems.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into local streams that flow into the Susquehanna River, which ultimately drains into the Chesapeake Bay. The Chesapeake Bay is a large estuary that supports diverse aquatic life, including fish, crabs, and migratory birds. Nutrient pollution from wastewater is a concern in this watershed, and advanced treatment helps reduce nitrogen and phosphorus loads.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located at 1 Pleasant Avenue, Thompson, Susquehanna County, Pennsylvania, United States.
The plant serves a population of 299 residents.
The plant discharges treated effluent into local streams that flow into the Susquehanna River, part of the Chesapeake Bay watershed.
The plant provides advanced treatment, which goes beyond secondary treatment to remove additional nutrients and pollutants.
The plant operates under the US Clean Water Act, which requires NPDES permits for all discharges. For small plants like this, permits typically include effluent limits for BOD, TSS, and nutrients.
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