Overview
THOMPSON WWTP is a secondary treatment plant serving Thompson, Iowa. It discharges treated wastewater into the local watershed, supporting the region's water quality.
THOMPSON WWTP is a municipal wastewater treatment facility located in Thompson, Iowa, United States. The plant serves a small population of approximately 500 residents, providing essential sanitation services for the community. The plant operates with secondary treatment, which is the standard level required under the U.S. Clean Water Act for municipal facilities of this scale. Secondary treatment typically involves biological processes to remove organic matter and suspended solids, ensuring the effluent meets federal and state water quality standards before discharge. The treated wastewater is discharged into the local watershed, which ultimately drains into the Mississippi River Basin. This region is part of the Upper Mississippi River system, supporting diverse aquatic life and providing water resources for downstream communities. The plant's operation helps protect local streams and rivers from pollution.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the local watershed, which flows into the Upper Mississippi River Basin. This region supports a variety of fish and wildlife, including migratory birds and aquatic species. The Mississippi River system is ecologically significant, providing habitat and water quality regulation for the central United States.
Frequently asked questions
THOMPSON WWTP is located in Thompson, Iowa, United States, at 4th Avenue in Winnebago County.
The plant serves a population of approximately 498 residents in the Thompson area.
The plant discharges treated effluent into the local watershed, which flows into the Upper Mississippi River Basin.
As a U.S. facility, THOMPSON WWTP operates under the Clean Water Act, with National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits issued by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources.
For small communities like Thompson, secondary treatment is standard, meeting EPA requirements for biological oxygen demand and total suspended solids removal.
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