Overview
Guangdong wastewater treatment plant serves Meizhou, Guangdong, China, with a population of 125,900. It operates under China's national wastewater standards, ensuring treated effluent meets environmental requirements.
The Guangdong wastewater treatment plant is located in Tangnan Town, Fengshun County, Meizhou City, Guangdong Province, China. It serves a population of approximately 125,900, classifying it as a medium-to-large agglomeration under Chinese wastewater management frameworks. The plant is part of the municipal infrastructure for the region, contributing to local water quality management. As a facility serving over 100,000 people, the plant is expected to meet secondary or advanced treatment standards under China's Discharge Standard of Pollutants for Municipal Wastewater Treatment Plants (GB 18918-2002). This regulation sets effluent limits for organic matter, nutrients, and pathogens, with stricter requirements for plants discharging into sensitive water bodies. The plant's treatment process and capacity are designed to comply with these national standards, ensuring effective pollutant removal. The treated wastewater is discharged into local waterways that eventually drain into the Han River system, which flows into the South China Sea. The plant plays a critical role in protecting downstream aquatic ecosystems and supporting water quality in the densely populated Pearl River Delta region. Its operation helps reduce nutrient and organic pollution, safeguarding both human and ecological health.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Han River basin, which flows through eastern Guangdong and empties into the South China Sea near Shantou. The downstream environment includes estuarine and coastal habitats that support diverse marine life, including fisheries and migratory species. Effective treatment is essential to prevent eutrophication and protect the ecological integrity of the receiving waters.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Tangnan Town, Fengshun County, Meizhou City, Guangdong Province, China.
The plant serves a population of approximately 125,900 people.
Treated wastewater is discharged into local waterways within the Han River basin, which flows into the South China Sea.
The plant operates under China's Discharge Standard of Pollutants for Municipal Wastewater Treatment Plants (GB 18918-2002), which sets effluent limits for pollutants based on the receiving water's sensitivity.
For a plant of this scale, secondary treatment with nutrient removal is typical, and advanced treatment may be required if discharging into sensitive water bodies.
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