Trumbull WWTP - Secondary Treatment Plant in Trumbull, Nebraska

Trumbull WWTP is a municipal wastewater treatment plant located in Trumbull, Clay County, Nebraska. It serves a small population of 174 residents, reflecting the rural character of the area. The plant is situated in the Great Plains region, where agriculture is the dominant land use. The plant provides secondary treatment, which is the standard level required by the U.S. Clean Water Act for municipal facilities. Secondary treatment typically involves biological processes to remove organic matter and suspended solids. The plant's designed capacity is 75.71 units, matching the current discharge volume, indicating it operates at full capacity. As a small facility, it is likely subject to general NPDES permits issued by the Nebraska Department of Environment and Energy. The treated effluent is discharged into a local water body that ultimately drains into the Platte River basin, a major tributary of the Missouri River. The Platte River system supports diverse aquatic life and is an important migratory corridor for birds such as sandhill cranes. The plant's discharge contributes to the overall water quality in this ecologically significant watershed.

The plant discharges into a local watercourse that flows into the Platte River, which then joins the Missouri River and eventually the Mississippi River. The Platte River basin is a critical habitat for migratory birds and supports a variety of fish species. The region's semi-arid climate means that maintaining water quality in these surface waters is essential for both ecological health and agricultural use.