HISTORY OF PLOVER'S WASTEWATER
SYSTEM
Prior to the incorporation
of the Village of Plover, homes and businesses in the area were
served by septic tanks. As the population grew, so did the number
and density of septic tanks. The area soil conditions, with sandy
soils and high groundwater, made the entire area susceptible to
contamination of the groundwater. The increasing number of septic
tanks increased the threat to groundwater. The decision to construct
a public collection system and treatment facility was made early
in the 1970’s. The original Wastewater System was completed in
1973, consisting of a collection system; three lift stations,
a force main, and a lagoon treatment system. The original service
area extended from Springville Pond, south to the southern Village
limits.
Due to the rapid growth
experienced by the Village in the late 70’s and early 80’s, the
collection system was expanded to meet growing needs. From 1977
through 1980, the service area expanded to include the area north
of Springville Pond.
In the early 1980’s, it
became apparent to Village officials that the existing Wastewater
Treatment Facility would be inadequate to meet the needs of the
growing community. The existing facility consisted of a main
pumping station, a force main, and a lagoon system followed by
disinfection cleaned the water prior to discharge into the Wisconsin
River. Planning was initiated, and construction of a new treatment
facility began in April 1986.
The
facility constructed in 1986 is a mechanical treatment plant replacing
the existing lagoons. A 36-inch gravity interceptor main was
constructed to replace the original pump station and force main.
The new facility was substantially completed and began treating
wastewater on March 31, 1987.
