A developer has submitted a request for a wastewater treatment plant discharge permit and the development of a municipal utility district (MUD) to TCEQ for approx 100 acres of undeveloped land not located in Cities of Murphy or Parker. It’s directly north of the Murphy Rolling Ridge neighborhood. The developer has provided a concept plan that includes over 600 residences and would allow the Waste Water Treatment Plant to discharge effluent (treated wastewater) into Maxwell Creek. The FEMA Flood Map in the MAP SECTION of this page shows a majority of Maxwell Creek falls within the FEMA flood zone which is another large concern. 

POTENTIAL ISSUES:
Facility failure and untreated water dumping. Stinky creek in your backyard. Increased risk of flooding (Maxwell Creek is in a flood zone) according to the FEMA Flood Zone map. Threat to wildlife. Unsafe water conditions near the creek (parks). Unsafe air and algae. Impact towards home values