ARA GAV Raum Krems 2874 KR, Krems

Overview

ARA GAV Raum Krems 2874 KR serves over 100,000 people in Krems an der Donau, Austria. The plant discharges into the Danube River basin, supporting water quality in the region.

ARA GAV Raum Krems 2874 KR is a municipal wastewater treatment plant located in Krems an der Donau, in the state of Niederösterreich, Austria. Serving a population of approximately 106,817, it is classified as a large agglomeration under EU regulations. As an Austrian plant, it operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive 91/271/EEC, which requires secondary treatment for all discharges and tertiary treatment in sensitive areas. The plant's capacity and treatment processes are designed to meet these standards, ensuring compliance with national and EU water quality objectives. The treated effluent is discharged into the Danube River basin, which flows through Central and Eastern Europe before reaching the Black Sea. This discharge contributes to the ecological health of the Danube, a vital waterway supporting diverse aquatic life and serving as a major migratory corridor for fish species.

Environmental context

The plant discharges into the Danube River basin, which ultimately drains into the Black Sea. The Danube is one of Europe's most important rivers, supporting a rich diversity of fish and bird species. The region's aquatic ecosystems are sensitive to nutrient pollution, making effective wastewater treatment crucial for maintaining water quality and biodiversity.

Frequently asked questions

The plant is located in Krems an der Donau, in the state of Niederösterreich, Austria, near the Danube River.

The plant serves approximately 106,817 people, classifying it as a large agglomeration under EU regulations.

The treated wastewater is discharged into the Danube River basin, which flows through multiple countries before reaching the Black Sea.

As an Austrian plant, it operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive 91/271/EEC, which mandates secondary treatment for large agglomerations and tertiary treatment in sensitive areas.

Plants of this scale in Austria typically employ secondary biological treatment, often with nutrient removal to meet EU standards for sensitive areas like the Danube basin.