Overview
Tremonton wastewater treatment plant serves approximately 9,867 people in Tremonton, Utah. The facility is located within 50 km of the coast, discharging into the local watershed.
The Tremonton wastewater treatment plant is a municipal facility serving the city of Tremonton, Utah, with a population of about 9,867. Located in Box Elder County, the plant is part of the region's infrastructure for managing domestic wastewater. The plant has a designed capacity of 1.00 million gallons per day, indicating its scale for a small to medium-sized community. As a US facility, the plant operates under the Clean Water Act, with National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits issued by the Utah Department of Environmental Quality. The designed capacity suggests it can handle the community's wastewater needs. The plant discharges into the local watershed, which ultimately drains into the Great Salt Lake via the Bear River system. The Great Salt Lake is a critical ecological resource, supporting migratory birds and unique aquatic life. The plant's operations are important for protecting water quality in this sensitive environment.
Environmental context
The Tremonton plant discharges into the Bear River watershed, which flows into the Great Salt Lake. The Great Salt Lake is a terminal lake with high salinity, supporting brine shrimp and migratory bird populations. Protecting water quality in this basin is crucial for maintaining the lake's ecological balance and the health of downstream wetlands.
Frequently asked questions
The Tremonton wastewater treatment plant is located in Tremonton, Box Elder County, Utah, United States.
The plant serves approximately 9,867 people in the city of Tremonton and surrounding areas.
The plant discharges treated wastewater into the local watershed, which flows into the Bear River and ultimately reaches the Great Salt Lake.
As a US facility, the Tremonton plant operates under the Clean Water Act and is regulated by the Utah Department of Environmental Quality through an NPDES permit.
For a population of this size, secondary treatment is typically required under the Clean Water Act, which includes biological processes to remove organic matter and suspended solids.
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