The local wastewater lagoons stink. Why can the DNR do something to stop that?
It depends on the type of odors and duration of odors. If the plant always produces an odor due to insufficient oxygen, the plant design may need to be altered to correct the problem. If the operation smells one day a month on a sticky overcast day, it may not be reasonable to require any modifications. If you call the local Air Management Engineer or Wastewater Engineer, be prepared to let them know when the smell occurs (dates and times really help), how often you are monitoring the situation (daily, every work day or weekend only), which way the wind is blowing and the approximate wind speed when you notice the problem and what, if any, operations are occurring (spraying fields, emptying effluent portable tankers, etc.). Facilities are required to take preventive measures to minimize odors and the DNR does work with facilities to improve local problems.
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- The local wastewater lagoons stink. Why can the DNR do something to stop that?
