How to find lagoon-based wastewater treatment plants

Q: Why are lagoon-based wastewater plants significant?

Lagoon-based plants offer cost-effective wastewater treatment, especially suitable for rural or less densely populated areas, thanks to their minimal operational complexity and natural processes.

Q: How does Klarifi identify lagoon systems?

Klarifi leverages satellite and aerial imagery coupled with AI-powered algorithms to accurately detect lagoon structures within wastewater treatment plants across the US.

Q: What should I do if a facility has multiple NPDES violations?

Facilities with multiple violations are prime candidates for lagoon wastewater solutions. Reaching out with a tailored solution addressing their specific compliance issues can be highly effective.

How wastewater lagoons treat water

Wastewater lagoons treat water by using natural biological processes within large, shallow basins. Wastewater flows into these lagoons and is held for extended periods, allowing microorganisms to break down organic waste. Oxygen enters the system naturally via wind and algae-driven photosynthesis or is supplemented mechanically, supporting both aerobic and anaerobic digestion of pollutants. Over time, this results in clarified water that can be safely discharged or reused.

Importance of identifying lagoon systems

Lagoon wastewater systems are ideal for specific applications but also prone to regulatory challenges. By pinpointing lagoon-based WWTPs that are struggling, wastewater solution providers can efficiently target high-potential leads who urgently need compliance or operational upgrades. Facilities with frequent NPDES violations are good targets for lagoon solution upgrades. Klarifi's platform enables rapid filtering to uncover these at-risk facilities, allowing for timely and impactful outreach.

Klarifi platform walkthrough

Klarifi makes it simple to locate lagoon-based wastewater plants with regulatory concerns. Our platform combines facility-level permit data with structure detection from satellite and aerial imagery, making it easy to find facilities with various type of lagoon systems in place.

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Advantages of lagoon systems

Low installation and maintenance costs
Natural treatment without complex machinery
High scalability for small towns and rural communities

Challenges facing lagoon systems

Reduced efficiency in colder climates
Large land requirements
Potential for odor and algae issues if poorly maintained

Future of lagoon wastewater treatment

Innovation is expanding lagoon treatment capabilities. Enhanced aeration, AI monitoring, and bioaugmentation are making lagoon systems more viable for broader applications, including semi-urban areas.