Overview
Guangdong wastewater treatment plant serves Sanshui District, Foshan, Guangdong, China, with a population of 136,000. It operates under China's national wastewater standards.
The Guangdong wastewater treatment plant is located in Datang Town, Sanshui District, Foshan City, Guangdong Province, China. It serves a population of approximately 136,000 people, placing it in the medium-to-large agglomeration category for Chinese municipal wastewater infrastructure. Under China's Discharge Standard of Pollutants for Municipal Wastewater Treatment Plant (GB 18918-2002), plants serving this population tier are typically required to achieve at least secondary treatment with nutrient removal in sensitive areas. The regulatory framework mandates compliance with effluent standards based on the receiving water body's environmental sensitivity. The plant discharges into the local water system within the Pearl River Delta basin, a densely populated and industrially active region. The treated effluent ultimately flows into the Pearl River Estuary and the South China Sea, supporting downstream aquatic ecosystems and coastal water quality.
Environmental context
The plant is located in the Pearl River Delta, one of China's most economically dynamic regions. Its treated effluent enters local waterways that drain into the Pearl River Estuary and the South China Sea. The delta supports diverse aquatic life and is an important migratory corridor for fish and birds. The region faces challenges from industrial and urban runoff, making effective wastewater treatment critical for maintaining downstream water quality and ecosystem health.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Datang Town, Sanshui District, Foshan City, Guangdong Province, China.
The plant serves approximately 136,000 people, classifying it as a medium-to-large agglomeration under Chinese wastewater standards.
The plant discharges treated effluent into local waterways within the Pearl River Delta basin, which ultimately flows into the Pearl River Estuary and the South China Sea.
The plant operates under China's Discharge Standard of Pollutants for Municipal Wastewater Treatment Plant (GB 18918-2002), which sets effluent limits based on the sensitivity of the receiving water body.
For a plant of this scale in China, secondary treatment with nutrient removal is typically required, especially if discharging into sensitive water bodies like the Pearl River Delta.
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