Overview
Woodburn WWTP is a secondary treatment facility serving approximately 1,579 residents in Woodburn, Indiana. The plant discharges treated wastewater into local waterways, supporting the region's water quality.
Woodburn WWTP is a municipal wastewater treatment plant located in Woodburn, Allen County, Indiana. The facility serves a population of about 1,579 people, making it a small-scale treatment operation within the state's wastewater infrastructure. The plant provides secondary treatment, which is the standard level required by the U.S. Clean Water Act for municipal wastewater. With a designed capacity of 567.81 cubic meters per day and an average discharge volume of 681.37 cubic meters per day, the plant operates within its capacity to manage local wastewater flows. The treated effluent is discharged into nearby streams that are part of the Maumee River watershed, which ultimately drains into Lake Erie. This connection to the Great Lakes ecosystem underscores the plant's role in protecting downstream water quality and aquatic habitats.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into local tributaries of the Maumee River, which flows into Lake Erie. Lake Erie is a vital freshwater resource that supports diverse aquatic life and provides drinking water for millions. The watershed is sensitive to nutrient pollution, making effective wastewater treatment critical for preventing algal blooms and maintaining ecological balance.
Frequently asked questions
Woodburn WWTP is located at 23304 Tile Mill Road, Woodburn, Allen County, Indiana, United States.
The plant serves approximately 1,579 residents in the Woodburn area.
The plant discharges treated effluent into local streams that are part of the Maumee River watershed, which flows into Lake Erie.
Woodburn WWTP provides secondary treatment, which is the standard required by the U.S. Clean Water Act for municipal wastewater facilities.
As a U.S. facility, Woodburn WWTP operates under the Clean Water Act and is subject to National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits issued by the Indiana Department of Environmental Management.
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