Vicksburg POTW - Municipal Wastewater Treatment in Vicksburg, Mississippi

Vicksburg POTW is a publicly owned treatment works (POTW) located in Vicksburg, Warren County, Mississippi. The plant serves a population of about 30,264, classifying it as a medium-sized municipal facility under U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) guidelines. As a U.S. wastewater facility, Vicksburg POTW operates under the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit program, established by the Clean Water Act. This regulatory framework requires permits for discharges into surface waters and sets effluent limits based on technology and water quality standards. The treated effluent from Vicksburg POTW is discharged into the Mississippi River, one of the largest river systems in North America. The river flows southward through the Mississippi Delta and into the Gulf of Mexico, supporting diverse aquatic life and serving as a critical migratory corridor for birds and fish. The plant's location in the lower Mississippi basin means its discharge contributes to the overall water quality of this ecologically and economically vital waterway.

Vicksburg POTW discharges into the Mississippi River, which flows through the Mississippi Delta and empties into the Gulf of Mexico. The lower Mississippi River supports a rich ecosystem including fish, mollusks, and migratory waterfowl. The river's floodplain provides critical habitat and nutrient cycling, making water quality management essential for downstream coastal zones.