Overview
The Guangdong wastewater treatment plant serves 63,400 people in Huilai County, Jieyang, Guangdong, China. It is located within 50 km of the coast and has a designed capacity of 1.00 unit.
The Guangdong wastewater treatment plant is located in Huilai County, Jieyang City, Guangdong Province, China. It serves a population of 63,400, placing it in the medium agglomeration category. As a Chinese wastewater facility, the plant operates under national standards such as the Discharge Standard of Pollutants for Municipal Wastewater Treatment Plant (GB 18918-2002). For a plant of this scale, secondary treatment with nutrient removal is typically required to meet Class 1A or 1B standards, especially in sensitive coastal areas. The plant is situated within 50 km of the coast, indicating its discharge likely reaches the South China Sea via local waterways. The region's coastal ecology supports diverse marine life, including fisheries and mangrove habitats, making proper treatment essential to prevent eutrophication and protect downstream ecosystems.
Environmental context
The plant is located in Huilai County, near the coast of the South China Sea. Its treated effluent likely drains into local rivers or directly into coastal waters, affecting the marine environment. The South China Sea supports rich biodiversity, including coral reefs and fisheries, so nutrient and pollutant control is critical to prevent algal blooms and habitat degradation.
Frequently asked questions
The Guangdong wastewater treatment plant is located in Huilai County, Jieyang City, Guangdong Province, China, along the G238 road.
The plant serves a population of 63,400, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration under Chinese wastewater standards.
The plant is located within 50 km of the coast, so its treated effluent likely discharges into local rivers or directly into the South China Sea, following national discharge standards.
The plant operates under China's national wastewater standards, including GB 18918-2002, which sets discharge limits for pollutants. For coastal plants, stricter nutrient removal may be required to protect marine environments.
For a medium-sized plant in China, secondary treatment with biological nutrient removal is typical, aiming for Class 1A or 1B discharge standards to minimize environmental impact.
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