Overview
Guangdong wastewater treatment plant serves Huizhou, Guangdong, China, with a designed capacity of 1.00 unit. It serves a population of 200,000 and is located inland, over 50 km from the coast.
The Guangdong wastewater treatment plant is located in Huizhou, Guangdong Province, China, serving a population of approximately 200,000. The facility is situated inland, more than 50 km from the coast, and plays a key role in managing municipal wastewater for the region. With a designed capacity of 1.00 unit, the plant operates under China's national wastewater discharge standards, which are aligned with the country's Water Pollution Prevention and Control Law. For a plant serving a population of this scale, secondary treatment is typically required, with potential for advanced treatment if the receiving water body is sensitive. The treated effluent is discharged into local waterways that ultimately drain into the South China Sea. The plant's operation helps protect downstream aquatic ecosystems and supports water quality in the region's rivers and coastal areas.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into local rivers that flow into the South China Sea, a major marine ecosystem. The region's watershed supports diverse aquatic life and is important for fisheries. Effective treatment is crucial to prevent nutrient pollution and protect downstream habitats.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Huizhou, Guangdong Province, China, at coordinates 23.0150 N, 114.7310 E.
The plant serves a population of approximately 200,000 people in the Huizhou area.
The treated effluent is discharged into local rivers that flow into the South China Sea.
The plant operates under China's Water Pollution Prevention and Control Law, which sets discharge standards for municipal wastewater treatment plants.
For a plant of this scale, secondary treatment is standard, with tertiary treatment often required for sensitive receiving waters.
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