Overview
Wauseon WWTP and Sewer System serves approximately 7,091 residents in Wauseon, Ohio. The plant is part of the municipal wastewater infrastructure in Fulton County.
The Wauseon WWTP and Sewer System is a municipal wastewater treatment facility located on East Leggett Street in Wauseon, Ohio, within Fulton County. It serves a population of approximately 7,091 residents, classifying it as a small to medium agglomeration under typical U.S. regulatory frameworks. As a U.S. facility, the plant operates under the Clean Water Act and is subject to National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits issued by the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency. For plants serving populations around 7,000, secondary treatment is generally required to meet effluent limits for biochemical oxygen demand and total suspended solids. The plant discharges treated wastewater into a local water body within the Maumee River watershed, which ultimately drains into Lake Erie. This makes the plant's operations significant for the health of the Great Lakes ecosystem, particularly regarding nutrient loading and algal bloom concerns.
Environmental context
The Wauseon WWTP discharges into a tributary of the Maumee River, which flows into Lake Erie at Toledo, Ohio. Lake Erie is a vital freshwater resource supporting diverse aquatic life and providing drinking water for millions. The Maumee River watershed is a major contributor of nutrient pollution to Lake Erie, making effective wastewater treatment critical for mitigating harmful algal blooms and maintaining water quality.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located on East Leggett Street in Wauseon, Fulton County, Ohio, United States.
The plant serves approximately 7,091 residents in the city of Wauseon and surrounding areas.
The plant discharges into a local tributary within the Maumee River watershed, which flows into Lake Erie.
As a U.S. facility, it operates under the Clean Water Act and is regulated by an NPDES permit issued by the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency, which sets effluent limits for pollutants.
For a plant of this size, secondary treatment is standard, involving biological processes to reduce organic matter and suspended solids before discharge.
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