Overview
WAUKON WWTP serves Waukon, Iowa, treating wastewater for approximately 4,019 residents. The plant discharges into the Upper Mississippi River basin, supporting local water quality.
WAUKON WWTP is a municipal wastewater treatment facility located in Waukon, Iowa, serving a population of about 4,019. The plant is situated in Allamakee County and is part of the region's infrastructure for managing domestic wastewater. As a facility in the United States, the plant operates under the Clean Water Act, with National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits typically issued by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources. For a community of this size, secondary treatment is the standard requirement to meet effluent limits. The treated effluent from WAUKON WWTP is discharged into a local waterway that flows into the Upper Mississippi River basin. This river system supports diverse aquatic life and is a critical migratory corridor for birds and fish, making proper treatment essential for downstream ecosystem health.
Environmental context
WAUKON WWTP discharges into a tributary of the Upper Mississippi River, which flows southward to the Gulf of Mexico. The Mississippi River basin is a major ecological corridor, supporting diverse fish species, migratory waterfowl, and riparian habitats. Proper wastewater treatment helps maintain water quality in this nationally significant watershed.
Frequently asked questions
WAUKON WWTP is located at 7th Avenue Southeast in Waukon, Iowa, within Allamakee County.
The plant serves approximately 4,019 residents in the Waukon area.
The treated effluent is discharged into a local waterway that flows into the Upper Mississippi River basin.
As a US facility, WAUKON WWTP operates under the Clean Water Act and is likely permitted through the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources.
For a community of this size, secondary treatment is standard under the Clean Water Act, which typically includes biological processes to reduce organic matter and suspended solids.
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