Overview
Chongqing wastewater treatment plant serves Wulong District, Chongqing, China, with a population of 60,000. It operates under China's national wastewater standards.
The Chongqing wastewater treatment plant is located in Wulong District, Chongqing, China, along Nanbin Road in Fengshan Subdistrict. It serves a population of approximately 60,000 people, classifying it as a medium-sized municipal facility within the region. As a Chinese wastewater treatment plant, it operates under the national Discharge Standard of Pollutants for Municipal Wastewater Treatment Plants (GB 18918-2002). For a plant serving 60,000 people, secondary treatment with nutrient removal is typically required to meet Class 1A or 1B standards, depending on the receiving water body's sensitivity. The plant discharges treated effluent into local waterways that ultimately flow into the Yangtze River basin. The Yangtze River is a critical freshwater resource supporting diverse aquatic ecosystems and providing water for millions downstream. Proper treatment helps protect water quality in this major river system.
Environmental context
The plant's treated effluent enters local streams that drain into the Yangtze River, one of the world's longest rivers and a vital water source for eastern China. The Yangtze basin supports rich biodiversity, including endemic fish species and migratory birds. Effective wastewater treatment is essential to prevent eutrophication and maintain ecological balance in this densely populated watershed.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located on Nanbin Road, Fengshan Subdistrict, Wulong District, Chongqing, China.
The plant serves approximately 60,000 people in the Wulong District area.
The plant discharges treated effluent into local streams that flow into the Yangtze River basin.
The plant must comply with China's national standard GB 18918-2002, which sets discharge limits for pollutants based on the receiving water's sensitivity.
For a plant of this size, secondary treatment with biological nutrient removal is typically required to meet Class 1A or 1B standards under Chinese regulations.
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