WL CO S D 1 TULAKES WWTP - Wilson County, Kansas Wastewater Treatment Plant

WL CO S D 1 TULAKES WWTP is a municipal wastewater treatment facility located in Wilson County, Kansas, United States. The plant serves a small population of approximately 150 residents, reflecting its role in a rural community. It operates under the regulatory framework of the US Clean Water Act, which requires NPDES permits for all point source discharges. The plant provides secondary treatment, a standard level for small communities in the US. Its designed capacity is 83.28 million gallons per year, with an actual discharge volume of 56.78 million gallons per year, indicating operational headroom. The facility is managed by the local water and sewer district, ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations. The treated effluent is discharged into nearby streams that drain into the Verdigris River basin, ultimately reaching the Arkansas River and the Mississippi River system. This watershed supports diverse aquatic life and provides water for agriculture and recreation in southeastern Kansas. The plant's operations help protect local water quality and downstream ecosystems.

The plant discharges into small streams within the Verdigris River basin, which flows into the Arkansas River and eventually the Mississippi River. This watershed supports diverse aquatic species and provides habitat for migratory birds. The region's agricultural land use means that nutrient management is important to prevent eutrophication in downstream reservoirs.