Overview
Fujian wastewater treatment plant serves 200,000 people in Jimei District, Xiamen, Fujian, China. Located within 50 km of the coast, it discharges into local waterways flowing to the Taiwan Strait.
The Fujian wastewater treatment plant is located in Xinglin Subdistrict, Jimei District, Xiamen, Fujian Province, China. It serves a population of 200,000, classifying it as a large agglomeration under Chinese wastewater regulations. The plant is situated in a coastal urban area, reflecting the region's rapid development and industrial growth. As a large-scale municipal facility, the plant is expected to meet China's Discharge Standard of Pollutants for Municipal Wastewater Treatment Plants (GB 18918-2002), which requires secondary treatment with nutrient removal for sensitive water bodies. The plant's designed capacity is 1.00 (likely in 10,000 m³/day or similar units), indicating substantial infrastructure to handle the local wastewater load. The plant's treated effluent ultimately reaches the Taiwan Strait via local rivers and estuaries. This coastal discharge zone supports diverse marine life and is an important fishing ground. Effective treatment is critical to prevent eutrophication and protect the ecological health of the strait's coastal waters.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the local watershed that drains into the Taiwan Strait, a semi-enclosed sea with significant ecological importance. The strait supports diverse marine ecosystems, including coral reefs and migratory fish species. Nutrient loading from urban runoff and treated effluent can impact water quality, making advanced treatment essential to maintain the ecological balance of this coastal environment.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Xinglin Subdistrict, Jimei District, Xiamen, Fujian Province, China.
The plant serves a population of 200,000, classifying it as a large agglomeration under Chinese wastewater regulations.
The treated effluent is discharged into local waterways that flow into the Taiwan Strait, a coastal marine environment.
The plant operates under China's Discharge Standard of Pollutants for Municipal Wastewater Treatment Plants (GB 18918-2002), which sets limits for pollutants like COD, BOD, and nutrients.
For large agglomerations in China, secondary treatment with nutrient removal is standard, especially in sensitive coastal areas, to meet GB 18918-2002 requirements.
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