Willow WWT Wastewater Treatment Plant, Greer County, Oklahoma

Willow WWT is a wastewater treatment facility located in Greer County, Oklahoma, United States. It serves a small population of 114 people, reflecting its role in a rural community. The plant is situated near the intersection of US 283 and OK 34, within the state's southern plains region. The facility provides secondary treatment, which is the standard level required by the U.S. Clean Water Act for municipal wastewater plants. Secondary treatment typically involves biological processes to remove organic matter and suspended solids. The plant has a designed capacity of 56.78 units and currently discharges a similar volume, indicating full utilization of its capacity. The treated effluent is discharged into a local water body, likely a stream or river within the Red River basin, which ultimately drains into the Mississippi River and the Gulf of Mexico. The plant's operations are subject to National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits, ensuring compliance with water quality standards to protect downstream ecosystems.

Willow WWT discharges into a tributary of the Red River, which flows through Oklahoma and Texas before emptying into the Mississippi River and the Gulf of Mexico. The surrounding region is part of the Southern Great Plains, characterized by semi-arid climate and agricultural land use. The plant's secondary treatment helps reduce nutrient and organic pollutant loads, supporting aquatic life in downstream waters. The area supports diverse wildlife, including migratory birds and fish species, making water quality management important for ecological health.