Overview
Lafnitz Rohrbach wastewater treatment plant serves approximately 7,000 people in Lafnitz, Steiermark, Austria. It operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive.
Lafnitz Rohrbach is a wastewater treatment plant located in the town of Lafnitz, in the district of Hartberg-Fürstenfeld, Steiermark, Austria. The plant serves a population of approximately 7,000 people, placing it in the small to medium agglomeration category under EU classification. As an Austrian facility, the plant operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive 91/271/EEC, which requires secondary treatment for agglomerations of this size. The directive also mandates more advanced treatment if the receiving waters are designated as sensitive areas. Compliance with national and EU standards is expected. The treated effluent from Lafnitz Rohrbach is discharged into local watercourses that eventually drain into the Danube River basin. The plant plays a key role in protecting the region's water quality, supporting aquatic life, and maintaining the ecological health of the downstream environment.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Lafnitz River, a tributary of the Rába River, which flows into the Danube River and ultimately the Black Sea. The local watershed supports diverse aquatic habitats and is part of a region known for its agricultural and natural landscapes. The plant's operations help maintain water quality in this ecologically sensitive area.
Frequently asked questions
Lafnitz Rohrbach is located in the town of Lafnitz, in the district of Hartberg-Fürstenfeld, Steiermark, Austria.
The plant serves approximately 7,000 people, classifying it as a small to medium agglomeration under EU guidelines.
The treated effluent is discharged into the Lafnitz River, which flows into the Rába River and then the Danube River, eventually reaching the Black Sea.
As an Austrian plant, Lafnitz Rohrbach operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive 91/271/EEC, which sets standards for treatment based on population size and receiving water sensitivity.
Under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive, plants serving 7,000 people are typically required to provide secondary treatment, with possible additional nutrient removal if discharging into sensitive areas.
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