Overview
Waterloo WWTP serves approximately 70,784 residents in Waterloo, Iowa, as part of the city's municipal wastewater infrastructure. The plant operates under the U. S. Clean Water Act's NPDES permit program.
Waterloo WWTP is a municipal wastewater treatment facility located in Waterloo, Iowa, serving a population of about 70,784. The plant is situated in Black Hawk County and plays a key role in managing wastewater for the city and surrounding areas. As a medium-to-large agglomeration, the plant is expected to provide at least secondary treatment under the U. S. Clean Water Act. The National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits, issued by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources, govern discharge limits and monitoring requirements to protect water quality. The plant discharges treated effluent into the Cedar River, which flows into the Iowa River and eventually the Mississippi River. This watershed supports diverse aquatic life and is an important resource for recreation and drinking water downstream. Proper treatment helps maintain the ecological health of these waterways.
Environmental context
The Cedar River flows through Waterloo and joins the Iowa River, which then empties into the Mississippi River. This watershed supports a variety of fish and wildlife, including species of concern such as the pallid sturgeon in the Mississippi. The plant's discharge must meet state and federal standards to prevent nutrient pollution and protect downstream ecosystems.
Frequently asked questions
Waterloo WWTP is located on Easton Avenue in Waterloo, Black Hawk County, Iowa, United States.
The plant serves approximately 70,784 residents in the city of Waterloo and surrounding areas.
The plant discharges treated effluent into the Cedar River, which flows into the Iowa River and then the Mississippi River.
The plant operates under the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES), which requires permits for wastewater discharges to ensure compliance with water quality standards.
Plants of this size typically provide secondary treatment, which includes biological processes to remove organic matter and suspended solids, as required by the Clean Water Act.
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