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Western Branch Advanced Wastewater Treatment Plant
(WWTP)

2001

Average daily flow = 18.0 million gallons per day
Average daily production of biosolids = 55.8 wet tons
Average % solids = 25.0
Stabilization method - Incineration

Mission

Our mission is to operate the Western Branch Wastewater Treatment Plant to produce a quality effluent which meets all discharge standards and to safely dispose of the biosolids generated in our processes. This is to be done safely, cost effectively, and in a responsible manner, thus protecting the environment.

History

1970-5mgd 1973-15mgd plant with biological treatment, filters, chlorine contact 1980-30 mgd nitrification 1991-Denitrification

Unique Features

  • No Primary Clarifiers
  • 3 Sludge System
  • Stringent Effuent Requirements
  • WSSC's First Nutrient Removal Plant

Other Features

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With any questions or concerns, Brian Mosby or contact him directly at (301)206-7565


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