Town of Gilbert North Water Treatment Plant - Gilbert, Arizona
N 33° 21.882 W 111° 43.629
12S E 432352 N 3691954
This wastewater treatment facility provides water to the Gilbert Riparian Preserve in Gilbert, Arizona.
Waymark Code: WMPABM
Location: Arizona, United States
Date Posted: 07/28/2015
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This wastewater treatment facility is located on Guadalupe Road between Greenfield and Higley Road. It recycles wastewater from the area and recharges it to the aquifer through the ponds in the Gilbert Riparian Preserve. The preserve is a major birding area due to the availability of water for a large number of bird species.
What is the capacity of the facility?: Eight million gallons per day
Describe the biological treatment technology used.:
This is a percolation basin type facility in which water is discharged into a number of polygon shaped basins and the water returns to the groundwater aquifer.
How are biosolids (sludge) managed?: Sludge is removed to a landfill after being thoroughly dessicated.
What technology is used for disinfection prior to dicharge of treated water?: UV radiation
Who is the owner/operator fo the facility?: Town of Gilbert, Arizona in partnership with Severn Trent.
How is the facility governed?: Town of Gilbert
What is the website of the WWTP?: [Web Link]
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