Overview
Guangdong wastewater treatment plant serves 540,000 people in Futian District, Shenzhen, China. It has a designed capacity of 1.00 unit and is located within 50 km of the coast, discharging into local waterways.
The Guangdong wastewater treatment plant is located in Futian District, Shenzhen, Guangdong Province, China. It serves a population of 540,000, classifying it as a large agglomeration under Chinese wastewater regulations. The plant is situated in a densely urbanized area near the Pearl River Delta. As a large-scale municipal facility, the plant is expected to meet national discharge standards under China's Water Pollution Prevention and Control Law. Plants of this size typically employ secondary or advanced treatment to comply with environmental requirements. The designed capacity of 1.00 unit suggests a substantial infrastructure investment. The plant's treated effluent likely discharges into the Shenzhen River system, which flows into Deep Bay and ultimately the South China Sea. This coastal discharge point makes effective treatment critical for protecting marine ecosystems and supporting the region's water quality goals.
Environmental context
The plant's discharge enters the Shenzhen River network, which drains into Deep Bay and the South China Sea. This coastal watershed supports diverse aquatic life and is an important ecological corridor for migratory species. The proximity to the coast necessitates stringent treatment to prevent nutrient loading and protect marine habitats.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located at 2001 Binhe Avenue, Nanyuan Street, Futian District, Shenzhen, Guangdong Province, China.
The plant serves approximately 540,000 people, making it a large municipal wastewater treatment facility.
The treated effluent is discharged into the Shenzhen River system, which flows into Deep Bay and the South China Sea.
The plant operates under China's Water Pollution Prevention and Control Law, which sets discharge standards for municipal wastewater. Large plants like this are required to meet stringent effluent limits to protect coastal waters.
For a plant of this size, secondary treatment with nutrient removal is standard, and many facilities also incorporate tertiary treatment to meet higher environmental standards, especially near sensitive coastal areas.
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