Overview
Van Wert WWTP and Sewer System serves approximately 10,690 people in Van Wert County, Ohio. The plant discharges treated wastewater into local waterways under U.S. EPA NPDES regulations.
The Van Wert WWTP and Sewer System is a municipal wastewater treatment facility located in Van Wert County, Ohio, serving a population of about 10,690 residents. The plant is situated near US 30 and US 224, providing essential wastewater services to the community. As a facility serving a medium-sized agglomeration, the plant operates under the U.S. Clean Water Act, which requires NPDES permits for all discharges. The plant discharges treated effluent into local streams that flow into the Maumee River basin, ultimately reaching Lake Erie. This watershed is ecologically significant, supporting diverse aquatic life and contributing to the Great Lakes ecosystem. Proper treatment helps protect water quality in this sensitive region.
Environmental context
The plant's treated wastewater enters local waterways within the Maumee River watershed, which drains into Lake Erie. This region is part of the Great Lakes Basin, a critical freshwater resource supporting diverse aquatic species and recreational activities. The Maumee River is a major tributary to Lake Erie, and its water quality directly impacts the lake's ecosystem, including fisheries and algal bloom dynamics.
Frequently asked questions
Van Wert WWTP and Sewer System is located in Van Wert County, Ohio, near US 30 and US 224. It serves the surrounding community with wastewater treatment services.
The plant serves approximately 10,690 people, classifying it as a medium-sized municipal wastewater treatment facility.
The plant discharges treated effluent into local streams that flow into the Maumee River basin, which ultimately drains into Lake Erie. The discharge is regulated under an NPDES permit.
The plant operates under the U.S. Clean Water Act, which requires National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits for all wastewater discharges. These permits set limits on pollutants to protect water quality.
For plants serving around 10,000 people, secondary treatment is typically required under the Clean Water Act. This involves biological processes to remove organic matter and suspended solids before discharge.
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