Trumbull Co Vienna 1 WWTP - Advanced Wastewater Treatment in Vienna Center, Ohio

Trumbull Co Vienna 1 WWTP is a municipal wastewater treatment facility located in Vienna Center, Trumbull County, Ohio. The plant serves a small population of 160 residents, reflecting its role in a rural community. It is situated inland, away from coastal influences, and operates as part of the local wastewater infrastructure. The plant provides advanced treatment, which goes beyond secondary treatment to remove additional pollutants such as nutrients. With a designed capacity of 71.92 units and a current discharge volume of 68.14 units, the facility operates near its capacity. Under the US Clean Water Act, such plants are regulated through National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits issued by the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency, ensuring compliance with water quality standards. The treated effluent is discharged into a local receiving water body, which ultimately drains into the Mahoning River watershed and then into the Ohio River system. This contributes to the overall health of the Mississippi River basin. The advanced treatment helps protect downstream aquatic ecosystems and supports water quality in the region.

The plant discharges into a local stream that flows into the Mahoning River, a tributary of the Ohio River. The Ohio River is a major waterway supporting diverse aquatic life and providing drinking water for millions. The advanced treatment at this plant helps reduce nutrient loading and protects the ecological integrity of the downstream watershed, which is part of the larger Mississippi River basin.