Weiz, Weiz | Austria Wastewater

Overview

Weiz wastewater treatment plant serves the town of Weiz in Steiermark, Austria. It treats wastewater from approximately 18,500 people under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive.

The Weiz wastewater treatment plant is located in the town of Weiz, in the state of Steiermark, Austria. It serves a population of approximately 18,500 people, classifying it as a medium 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 agglomerations of this size. The directive also mandates more advanced treatment if the receiving waters are designated as sensitive areas. The plant discharges treated effluent into local waterways that ultimately drain into the Danube River basin and then into the Black Sea. The surrounding region is characterized by agricultural and industrial activity, making effective wastewater treatment important for protecting downstream water quality and aquatic ecosystems.

Environmental context

The plant's treated effluent flows into the Raab River, which is part of the Danube River basin. The Raab River eventually joins the Danube, which drains into the Black Sea. The local watershed supports diverse aquatic life and is used for recreation and agriculture. Protecting water quality in this region helps maintain the ecological health of the Danube basin, a major European waterway.

Frequently asked questions

The Weiz wastewater treatment plant is located in Weiz, Steiermark, Austria, at Gleisdorfer Straße 132.

The plant serves approximately 18,500 people, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration under EU regulations.

The treated effluent is discharged into local waterways that flow into the Raab River, part of the Danube River basin, ultimately reaching the Black Sea.

The plant operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which requires secondary treatment for agglomerations of this size and may require additional treatment if the receiving waters are sensitive.

Under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive, plants serving between 10,000 and 150,000 people are required to provide secondary treatment. In sensitive areas, tertiary treatment for nutrient removal may also be required.