Overview
Chongqing wastewater treatment plant serves 52,000 people in Chongqing Gaoxin District, China. The facility operates under China's national wastewater standards for urban agglomerations.
The Chongqing wastewater treatment plant is located in Xiyong Subdistrict, Chongqing Gaoxin District, Shapingba District, Chongqing, China. It serves a population of approximately 52,000, placing it in the medium agglomeration category under Chinese wastewater regulations. As a municipal facility in China, the plant is subject to the Discharge Standard of Pollutants for Municipal Wastewater Treatment Plant (GB 18918-2002), which mandates secondary treatment as a baseline and tertiary treatment for sensitive receiving waters. The plant discharges treated effluent into local water bodies within the Yangtze River basin, which ultimately flows to the East China Sea. The facility plays a key role in protecting downstream aquatic ecosystems and supporting water quality in the densely populated Chongqing region.
Environmental context
The plant is situated in the upper reaches of the Yangtze River basin, one of China's most ecologically significant watersheds. Treated effluent enters local tributaries that feed into the Yangtze, which supports diverse aquatic life and provides water for millions downstream. The region's hilly terrain and seasonal monsoon rains influence runoff patterns and treatment requirements.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Xiyong Subdistrict, Chongqing Gaoxin District, Shapingba District, Chongqing, China.
The plant serves approximately 52,000 people, classifying it as a medium-sized municipal facility.
Treated effluent is discharged into local water bodies within the Yangtze River basin, which ultimately flows to the East China Sea.
The plant operates under China's Discharge Standard of Pollutants for Municipal Wastewater Treatment Plant (GB 18918-2002), which sets limits for pollutants like COD, BOD, and nutrients.
For medium agglomerations in China, secondary treatment is the baseline requirement, with tertiary treatment often mandated for plants discharging into sensitive water bodies.
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