Overview
Wildon wastewater treatment plant serves Stocking, Steiermark, Austria, with a population equivalent of 91,011. The facility operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive, which mandates secondary treatment for agglomerations of this sc
The Wildon wastewater treatment plant is located in Stocking, near Wildon in the district of Leibnitz, Steiermark, Austria. It serves a population equivalent of 91,011, classifying it as a large agglomeration under EU regulations. The plant is part of Austria's municipal wastewater infrastructure, which is governed by national implementation of EU directives. As a facility serving over 90,000 people, the Wildon plant is required to meet secondary treatment standards under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC). For large agglomerations in sensitive areas, tertiary treatment may also be required. The plant's treatment processes and capacity are designed to comply with these regulatory standards, ensuring effective removal of organic matter and nutrients. The treated effluent from the Wildon plant is discharged into the local water system, which ultimately drains into the Mur River and then the Drava River, flowing into the Danube and finally the Black Sea. The plant plays a crucial role in protecting the water quality of these downstream water bodies and supporting the ecological health of the region.
Environmental context
The Wildon plant discharges into the Mur River basin, a tributary of the Drava River, which flows into the Danube and reaches the Black Sea. The Mur River supports diverse aquatic life and is an important migratory corridor for fish species. The plant's treatment helps maintain water quality in this ecologically sensitive watershed, reducing nutrient loads that could otherwise contribute to eutrophication in downstream water bodies.
Frequently asked questions
The Wildon wastewater treatment plant is located in Stocking, near Wildon, in the district of Leibnitz, Steiermark, Austria.
The Wildon plant serves a population equivalent of 91,011, classifying it as a large agglomeration under EU regulations.
The treated effluent from the Wildon plant is discharged into the local water system, which drains into the Mur River, a tributary of the Drava River, and ultimately reaches the Danube and the Black Sea.
The Wildon plant operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which requires secondary treatment for agglomerations over 10,000 PE and tertiary treatment in sensitive areas.
For large agglomerations like Wildon, Austrian plants typically provide secondary treatment (biological) and often include nutrient removal to meet EU standards, especially if discharging into sensitive water bodies.
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