Toho Cypress West WRF - Poinciana, Florida Wastewater Treatment Plant

Toho Cypress West WRF is a wastewater treatment facility located in Poinciana, Osceola County, Florida, serving a population of about 4,585. The plant is part of the regional water reclamation infrastructure managed by the Toho Water Authority, supporting the growing residential communities in central Florida. As a small-scale facility, it is subject to the US Clean Water Act and Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) regulations, which require secondary treatment and nutrient removal for discharges into surface waters. The plant's treatment processes are designed to meet state standards for reclaimed water quality, often used for irrigation or aquifer recharge. The plant's treated effluent ultimately enters the Kissimmee River basin, which flows south to Lake Okeechobee and then to the Everglades ecosystem. This watershed is ecologically sensitive, supporting diverse aquatic habitats and serving as a critical water source for south Florida.

The plant discharges into the Kissimmee River watershed, which drains into Lake Okeechobee and eventually the Florida Everglades. This region supports diverse aquatic life and is important for migratory birds and fish species. Nutrient management is critical to prevent algal blooms and protect downstream water quality.