Description: This webinar will provide a practical overview of key wastewater permit parameters required by the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES). Attendees will gain a deeper understanding of how parameters—such as flow, pH, dissolved oxygen, BOD, TSS, ammonia nitrogen, and more—affect system performance, environmental health, and regulatory compliance. This session will emphasize the significance of proper system maintenance and monitoring to ensure community well-being and safe water resources for future generations.

By the end of this webinar, participants will be able to:

• Identify and define the most common parameters included in a wastewater discharge permit.
• Understand how permit limits are determined and their significance for environmental compliance.
• Recognize the roles of federal and state agencies in regulating and enforcing wastewater standards.
• Appreciate the value of preventative maintenance and quality operations in supporting regulatory compliance and community health.
• Apply knowledge of permit parameters to improve wastewater system operations and reporting practices.

Presenter: Dr. Jason R. Barrett, Associate Extension Professor and Interim Director, Mississippi Water Resources Research Institute at Mississippi State University

Certificate: This webinar has not been submitted for approval of continuing education credit. We can provide a certificate of attendance to eligible attendees, but cannot guarantee it will meet your PDH or CEU requirements.

Who Should Attend:

• Managers, owners, and operators of wastewater systems with an average daily flow of less than 1 million gallons
• Decision-makers for wastewater utilities, including mayors, finance officers, utility managers, public works directors, city councilors, board members, tribal council members, and clerks
• Consultants and technical assistance providers serving wastewater systems

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