Overview
Washington Township wastewater treatment plant in Pennsylvania serves 399 people with advanced treatment, discharging 151.42 units of treated effluent. The plant operates under US EPA NPDES regulations for small communities.
The Washington Township wastewater treatment plant is located in Clarion County, Pennsylvania, serving a small population of 399 residents. The facility is situated along Route 208 in Millerstown, within the rural landscape of northwestern Pennsylvania. As a small-scale municipal plant, it plays a vital role in managing local wastewater for the community. The plant employs advanced treatment processes, ensuring high-quality effluent before discharge. With a designed capacity of 321.76 units and a current discharge volume of 151.42 units, the facility operates below its maximum capacity, indicating room for future growth. Under the US Clean Water Act, such plants are regulated through National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits, which set strict limits on pollutant levels to protect water quality. The treated effluent is discharged into local waterways that ultimately drain into the Allegheny River basin, part of the larger Ohio River watershed. This region supports diverse aquatic life and provides drinking water for downstream communities. The advanced treatment level helps minimize environmental impact, safeguarding the ecological health of the receiving waters.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into streams within the Allegheny River watershed, which flows into the Ohio River and eventually the Mississippi River. The local watershed supports a mix of forested and agricultural land, providing habitat for fish and wildlife. Advanced treatment reduces nutrient and pollutant loads, protecting downstream water quality and aquatic ecosystems.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located on Route 208 in Millerstown, Washington Township, Clarion County, Pennsylvania, in the United States.
The plant serves a small community of 399 residents in Washington Township and surrounding areas.
The plant uses advanced treatment processes, which provide a higher level of pollutant removal than standard secondary treatment.
The plant operates under the US Clean Water Act, which requires NPDES permits for all discharges. Small plants like this must meet effluent limits to protect water quality.
Small communities often use advanced treatment to meet stringent permit limits, especially when discharging to sensitive watersheds. The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection oversees compliance.
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