3.3 (Waste Water Treatment)

Wastewater or other liquid flowing into a reservoir, basin, or treatment plant.

Screening/Filtration 1) passes through a screen to remove trash and large objects 2) goes into chambers and tanks where smaller particles settle out

wastewater flows into large aeration tanks filled with microorganisms that break down organic wastes

Chlorination adding chlorine to disinfect it and kill germs

• The SOLIDS that are collected are processed in large digester tanks which act as stomachs. • Once digested, the resulting sludge can be put to beneficial use as fertilizer, if it meets strict contaminant levels. • If not, it is typically disposed of at a landfill

Cleaned effluent (waste) is discharged into a waterbody.