Clinton County board hears complaints about persistent odor from wastewater plant; EPA recommends second flare

Apr 2, 2026

County public-health staff and supervisors reported repeated hydrogen sulfide odor complaints from the Clinton Wastewater Treatment Facility, noted the plant's primary flare had been malfunctioning and that the EPA is recommending a second flare while the IDNR reviews permitting questions.

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The Clinton County Board of Health on April 2 was briefed on continuing community complaints about a persistent odor tied to the Clinton Wastewater Treatment Facility.

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