Overview
Guangdong wastewater treatment plant serves 160,000 people in Chancheng District, Foshan, China. It operates under China's national wastewater standards, discharging treated effluent into local waterways.
The Guangdong wastewater treatment plant is located in Chancheng District, Foshan, Guangdong Province, China. It serves a population of 160,000, classifying it as a medium-to-large agglomeration under Chinese wastewater management frameworks. The plant's address along Jiangbin Road places it within the densely populated Pearl River Delta region. The plant operates under China's Discharge Standard of Pollutants for Municipal Wastewater Treatment Plants (GB 18918-2002), which mandates secondary treatment with nutrient removal for plants of this scale. The designed capacity is 1.00 (likely in 10,000 m³/day), indicating a substantial facility capable of handling significant wastewater volumes. The plant discharges treated effluent into the local water system, which ultimately drains into the Pearl River Delta and the South China Sea. This region is ecologically sensitive, supporting diverse aquatic life and serving as a critical migratory corridor for fish and birds. Proper treatment helps protect downstream water quality and the marine environment.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Pearl River Delta, a vast network of rivers and estuaries that flows into the South China Sea. This watershed supports diverse aquatic ecosystems and is an important area for fisheries and biodiversity. The delta faces pressures from urbanization and industrial activity, making effective wastewater treatment essential for maintaining water quality and ecological health.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located at Jiangbin Road, Shiwan Town Street, Chancheng District, Foshan, Guangdong Province, China.
The plant serves a population of 160,000 people in the Chancheng District area.
The plant discharges treated effluent into local waterways that are part of the Pearl River Delta system, which eventually flows into the South China Sea.
The plant operates under China's national standard GB 18918-2002, which sets discharge limits for municipal wastewater treatment plants, including requirements for secondary treatment and nutrient removal.
Plants of this scale in China typically employ secondary biological treatment with nutrient removal, such as activated sludge processes, to meet the GB 18918-2002 standards.
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