WEST POTW Wastewater Treatment Plant, West, Mississippi

WEST POTW is a municipal wastewater treatment plant located in West, Holmes County, Mississippi, United States. The plant serves a small population of 399 residents, providing secondary treatment to meet local environmental standards. The plant operates under the U.S. Clean Water Act, which requires secondary treatment for municipal wastewater. With a designed capacity of 283.91 units and a current discharge volume of 79.49 units, the facility has capacity to accommodate future growth. Secondary treatment typically involves biological processes to reduce organic matter and suspended solids. The treated effluent is discharged into local waterways, contributing to the protection of the Big Black River basin and downstream ecosystems. The plant plays a role in maintaining water quality in the region, which supports aquatic life and recreational uses.

The plant discharges into the Big Black River watershed, which flows through central Mississippi before joining the Mississippi River. The downstream environment includes diverse aquatic habitats and supports species such as catfish and bass. The plant's secondary treatment helps reduce nutrient loading and protect water quality in this inland basin.