Overview
Anhui wastewater treatment plant serves 240,000 people in Longshiqiao Township, Anqing, Anhui, China. It operates under national wastewater regulations for large agglomerations.
The Anhui wastewater treatment plant is located in Longshiqiao Township, part of the Yingjiang District in Anqing City, Anhui Province, China. It serves a population of 240,000, classifying it as a large agglomeration under Chinese wastewater management standards. The plant is situated in the urban area of Anqing, near the Yangtze River basin. As a large-scale municipal facility, the plant is expected to meet national discharge standards set by the Chinese Ministry of Ecology and Environment, which typically require secondary or advanced treatment for plants serving over 100,000 people. Its population tier implies robust infrastructure to handle significant wastewater volumes. The plant discharges into the local water system, which ultimately drains into the Yangtze River, one of China's most important waterways. The Yangtze River supports diverse aquatic life and provides water for millions downstream. Proper treatment at this plant is crucial for protecting the river's ecological health and ensuring safe water for communities along its course.
Environmental context
The plant's treated effluent flows into local waterways that feed into the Yangtze River, which empties into the East China Sea near Shanghai. The Yangtze River basin is ecologically sensitive, supporting numerous fish species and serving as a critical water source for agriculture and industry. Effective wastewater treatment here helps reduce nutrient loading and pollution in this vital river system.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Longshiqiao Township, Yingjiang District, Anqing City, Anhui Province, China.
The plant serves approximately 240,000 people, classifying it as a large agglomeration under Chinese wastewater regulations.
The plant discharges into local waterways that ultimately flow into the Yangtze River, which drains into the East China Sea.
Chinese regulations require large agglomerations (over 100,000 people) to meet national discharge standards, typically involving secondary or advanced treatment to protect water quality.
By treating wastewater from 240,000 residents, the plant reduces pollution loads entering the Yangtze River, helping to preserve aquatic ecosystems and downstream water quality.
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