Overview
Wayne County Airport WWTP is an advanced treatment facility in Wayne County, Ohio, serving a small population of 20. It discharges 3.79 million gallons per day and has a designed capacity of 7.57 million gallons per day.
Wayne County Airport WWTP is an advanced wastewater treatment facility located in Wayne County, Ohio, United States. The plant serves a small population of 20 and is situated near the Wayne County Airport, providing essential wastewater services to the local area. The plant employs advanced treatment processes, ensuring high-quality effluent. With a designed capacity of 7.57 million gallons per day and a current discharge volume of 3.79 million gallons per day, the facility operates well within its capacity. As a US-based plant, it operates under the Clean Water Act and is subject to National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits, which regulate discharges to surface waters. The treated effluent is discharged into local waterways, contributing to the protection of downstream ecosystems. The plant's advanced treatment level helps minimize environmental impact, supporting the health of the surrounding watershed and aquatic life.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into local streams that are part of the Ohio River basin, which ultimately drains into the Mississippi River and the Gulf of Mexico. The advanced treatment process reduces nutrient and pollutant loads, protecting downstream aquatic habitats and supporting biodiversity in the region.
Frequently asked questions
Wayne County Airport WWTP is located at 5991 North Honeytown Road, Wayne County, Ohio, 44677, United States, near the Wayne County Airport.
The plant has a designed capacity of 7.57 million gallons per day and currently discharges 3.79 million gallons per day, indicating it operates at about 50% capacity.
The treated effluent is discharged into local streams that are part of the Ohio River basin, eventually reaching the Mississippi River and the Gulf of Mexico.
As a US facility, it operates under the Clean Water Act and is subject to National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits issued by the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency.
Small plants in Ohio often use advanced treatment to meet stringent water quality standards, especially when discharging to sensitive watersheds. This plant's advanced treatment ensures high-quality effluent.
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