Union Co Tawa Estates WWTP - Advanced Wastewater Treatment in Union County, Ohio

Union Co Tawa Estates WWTP is a wastewater treatment facility located in Union County, Ohio, United States. The plant serves a small population of 35 residents and is situated in a rural area of Claibourne Township. It is part of the municipal wastewater infrastructure for the region. The plant employs advanced treatment processes, ensuring high-quality effluent. With a designed capacity of 26.50 million gallons per day and a current discharge volume of 15.14 million gallons per day, the facility operates well within its capacity. As a US plant, it is subject to the Clean Water Act and EPA NPDES permitting, which sets strict discharge limits to protect water quality. The treated effluent is discharged into local waterways that ultimately drain into the Ohio River basin. The plant plays a key role in protecting downstream aquatic ecosystems and maintaining water quality in the region's streams and rivers.

The plant discharges into local streams that flow into the Scioto River, a major tributary of the Ohio River. The Ohio River basin supports diverse aquatic life and provides drinking water for millions. The plant's advanced treatment helps minimize nutrient and pollutant loads, protecting downstream habitats and recreational waters.