Overview
TRANCAS WWTF is a secondary treatment plant serving 820 people in Malibu, California. It discharges treated wastewater near the Pacific coast, operating under US EPA and state regulations.
TRANCAS WWTF (Wastewater Treatment Facility) serves the Malibu West area of Malibu, California, a coastal city in Los Angeles County. The plant treats wastewater for a small population of 820 residents, with a designed capacity of 454.25 volume units and an average daily discharge of 340.69 volume units. The facility provides secondary treatment, which is the standard level required by the US Clean Water Act for municipal wastewater. As a small plant in a coastal community, it must meet stringent effluent limits to protect sensitive marine environments. The plant operates under a National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit issued by the California State Water Resources Control Board. Treated effluent from TRANCAS WWTF is discharged into the Pacific Ocean via a local outfall. The Southern California coastal zone supports diverse marine life, including kelp forests and fish populations. The plant's location within 10 km of the coast means its discharge must comply with California's Ocean Plan to minimize impacts on water quality and aquatic ecosystems.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Pacific Ocean near Malibu, California. The local watershed drains the Santa Monica Mountains, with ephemeral streams flowing to the coast. The nearshore marine environment supports kelp forests, rocky reefs, and sandy habitats that are home to fish, invertebrates, and marine mammals. Protecting water quality is critical for recreational use and ecosystem health along this popular coastline.
Frequently asked questions
TRANCAS WWTF is located at 6364 Frondosa Drive, Malibu West, Malibu, California, 90265, United States.
The plant serves a population of 820 residents in the Malibu West area.
The plant discharges treated effluent into the Pacific Ocean via a local outfall, complying with California's Ocean Plan and NPDES permit requirements.
TRANCAS WWTF provides secondary treatment, which is the standard required by the US Clean Water Act for municipal wastewater facilities.
The plant operates under the US Clean Water Act and is regulated by the California State Water Resources Control Board through an NPDES permit. Coastal plants must also meet California's Ocean Plan standards to protect marine water quality.
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