Anhui Wastewater Treatment Plant, Wuhu | Yangtze Basin Facility

The Anhui wastewater treatment plant is located in Wuhu City, Anhui Province, China, serving a population of approximately 1,000,000. As a major municipal facility, it plays a key role in managing wastewater from the urban area of Wuhu, a city on the Yangtze River. Under China's national wastewater discharge standards (GB 18918-2002), plants serving large agglomerations like this are typically required to achieve at least secondary treatment, with tertiary treatment increasingly mandated for sensitive water bodies. The plant's design capacity and treatment process are aligned with these regulatory expectations. The treated effluent is discharged into the Yangtze River basin, which flows eastward to the East China Sea. This water body supports diverse aquatic life and provides drinking water for millions downstream, making effective treatment critical for regional water quality.

The plant discharges into the Yangtze River basin, which flows through eastern China into the East China Sea. The Yangtze is a vital ecological corridor supporting numerous fish species and migratory birds. Downstream areas include the Yangtze River Delta, a densely populated region dependent on the river for water supply and agriculture. Effective wastewater treatment is essential to prevent eutrophication and protect aquatic biodiversity.