Wastewater Treatment Plant

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Though not as visible as other public services, the wastewater treatment process is one of the most fundamental daily responsibilities. The facility normally processes 3.5 million gallons per day (MGD) of wastewater, but is designed to process an average daily flow of 5.26 MGD and maximum daily flow of 10.52 MGD. The facility is also designed to process an additional 21 MGD of Excess Flow during wet weather/rain conditions. The facility is permitted by the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (IEPA) to discharge treated wastewater to the East Branch of the DuPage River. The treated wastewater is actually cleaner than the receiving stream water! Biosolids produced by the facility is applied on farm field as fertilizer to aid in preserving a clean environment.

The staff works very diligently to keep the plant at peak performance and be a good neighbor. Odor control is always a top priority and part of all operation and maintenance decisions.

The WWTP (formally known as WPCF) staff annually conducts tours for the children of G. Stanley Hall School or other groups. Requests for specific information regarding the WWTP operations can be made to the Division Manager of WWTP, at 630.942.1963, Monday - Friday from 7:00am - 3:00pm.

DuPage River Salt Creek Workgroup Special Conditions Report

As a special condition of the Village's National Pollution Discharge Elimination Permit (NPDES) for the wastewater treatment plant the Village is required to participate in the DuPage River Salt Creek Workgroup (DRSCW). The workgroup undertakes annual reports on behalf of the Village and other members as well as undertakes projects to eliminate impairments in local water ways to improve water quality. Each year the DRSCW submits to the IEPA a progress report on progress achieved with projects outlined in the NPDES Permit. These progress reports can be seen in the quick links section of this web page.

For any questions regarding the Village's NPDES permit or the activities of the DRSCW please call the Wastewater Treatment Plant at 630.942.1963.

Recognition

The Illinois Association of Water Pollution Control has been presenting awards to deserving facilities for over 65 years. Nominees are presented to the Association by the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency. Facilities who provide exceptional service to their community as well as the wastewater community are recognized for their efforts with a nomination for Plant of the Year. In 2012, the Glendale Heights Wastewater Treatment Plant was nominated, along with four other Group-1 facilities, for Plant of the Year. This is a State-wide award and encompasses over 200 Group-1 facilities. On April 17th, 2013, at the Annual IAWPCO banquet in Springfield, Illinois, Glendale Heights was selected as the Plant of the Year. This is the first time the WWTP has won such an Award and the Village is extremely proud of the WWTP staff for their efforts.