Overview
Chongqing wastewater treatment plant serves Fengdu County in Chongqing, China, with a designed capacity of 1.00 and a population served of 100,000. It is located within 50 km of the coast.
The Chongqing wastewater treatment plant is situated in Sanhe Street, Fengdu County, Chongqing, China. It serves a population of approximately 100,000, classifying it as a medium-to-large agglomeration under typical Chinese municipal wastewater standards. The plant's designed capacity is 1. China's wastewater treatment regulations, governed by the Ministry of Ecology and Environment, require secondary treatment for urban plants serving populations over 50,000. For plants of this scale, advanced treatment may be mandated in sensitive watersheds. It operates under China's national discharge standards (GB 18918-2002). Given its location in the Yangtze River basin, treated effluent likely discharges into a tributary of the Yangtze, which flows eastward to the East China Sea. The Yangtze basin supports diverse aquatic life and is a critical water resource for millions of people downstream.
Environmental context
The plant is located in the Yangtze River basin, one of the world's most ecologically significant river systems. The Yangtze flows through Chongqing and eventually reaches the East China Sea, supporting a wide range of aquatic species, including the endangered Yangtze finless porpoise. The plant's discharge, if not adequately treated, could impact local water quality and downstream ecosystems. Given the plant's proximity to the coast (within 50 km), nutrient loading from wastewater could contribute to eutrophication in coastal waters.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Sanhe Street, Fengdu County, Chongqing, China.
The plant serves approximately 100,000 people.
The plant has a designed capacity of 1.
China's Ministry of Ecology and Environment sets national discharge standards (GB 18918-2002) for municipal wastewater. Plants serving over 50,000 people typically require secondary treatment, with advanced treatment in sensitive areas.
The plant is located in the Yangtze River basin, which drains to the East China Sea. Proper treatment is crucial to protect downstream aquatic life and water quality.
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