URBANA WWTP - Urbana, Missouri Wastewater Treatment Plant

URBANA WWTP is a municipal wastewater treatment facility located on North Main Street in Urbana, Dallas County, Missouri. The plant serves a small population of 417 residents, reflecting the rural character of the area. It is situated in the Ozarks region, where groundwater and surface water quality are closely monitored. The plant provides secondary treatment, which is the standard level required by the US Clean Water Act for municipal wastewater. Secondary treatment typically involves biological processes to remove organic matter and suspended solids. The plant's designed capacity is 170.34 volume units, with a current discharge volume of 132.49, indicating it operates below its design capacity. The treated effluent is discharged into local streams that ultimately drain into the Osage River basin, a tributary of the Missouri River. This watershed supports diverse aquatic life and is important for regional water quality. The plant's compliance with NPDES permits helps protect downstream ecosystems and recreational water uses.

The plant discharges into small streams within the Osage River basin, which flows into the Missouri River and eventually the Mississippi River. This watershed supports a variety of fish and wildlife, including species sensitive to nutrient pollution. The Ozark region's karst topography means groundwater is particularly vulnerable to contamination, making proper treatment essential for protecting both surface and groundwater resources.