Overview
Valentine WWTP serves approximately 2,890 residents in Valentine, Nebraska. The plant discharges treated wastewater into local waterways, supporting the Niobrara River basin ecosystem.
Valentine WWTP is a municipal wastewater treatment facility located in Valentine, Nebraska, serving a population of about 2,890. The plant is situated in the north-central part of the state, near the Niobrara River, and operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Clean Water Act. As a small-scale facility, Valentine WWTP is subject to National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permitting requirements enforced by the Nebraska Department of Environment and Energy. Typical treatment for plants of this size includes secondary treatment to meet effluent limits for biochemical oxygen demand and total suspended solids. The plant's treated effluent is discharged into a receiving water body that ultimately flows into the Niobrara River, a tributary of the Missouri River. The Niobrara River supports diverse aquatic life and is an important ecological corridor in the Great Plains region.
Environmental context
The plant's discharge enters a local waterway that drains into the Niobrara River, which flows eastward to join the Missouri River. The Niobrara River is known for its scenic bluffs and supports a variety of fish and wildlife, including several species of concern. Downstream, the Missouri River provides habitat for migratory birds and aquatic species, making water quality management critical for regional ecosystem health.
Frequently asked questions
Valentine WWTP is located at 112 West 3rd Street in Valentine, Cherry County, Nebraska, United States.
The plant serves approximately 2,890 residents in the city of Valentine and surrounding areas.
The plant discharges treated effluent into a local waterway that flows into the Niobrara River, a tributary of the Missouri River.
As a U.S. facility, Valentine WWTP operates under the Clean Water Act and is subject to National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits issued by the Nebraska Department of Environment and Energy.
For small agglomerations like Valentine, secondary treatment is standard, which removes biodegradable organic matter and suspended solids to meet EPA effluent guidelines.
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