Overview
Guangxi wastewater treatment plant serves Guilin, Guangxi, China, with a population of 280,000. It operates under China's national wastewater standards, ensuring treated effluent meets environmental requirements.
The Guangxi wastewater treatment plant is located in Guilin, Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, China, serving an estimated population of 280,000. The facility is part of the municipal infrastructure for Guilin, a city known for its karst landscape and tourism. The plant's location in the Xiangshan District places it within the Lijiang River watershed, which is a major tributary of the Pearl River system. As a large agglomeration serving over 100,000 people, the plant is expected to provide at least secondary treatment under China's Discharge Standard of Pollutants for Municipal Wastewater Treatment Plants (GB 18918-2002). This standard sets limits for biochemical oxygen demand, chemical oxygen demand, suspended solids, and nutrients. The treated effluent is discharged into the Lijiang River, which flows through Guilin and Yangshuo before joining the Gui River and eventually the Pearl River Delta. The Lijiang River is ecologically sensitive, supporting diverse aquatic life and serving as a critical water source for agriculture and tourism. The plant's performance is crucial for maintaining water quality in this iconic river system.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Lijiang River, a tributary of the Gui River, which flows into the Pearl River system and ultimately the South China Sea. The Lijiang River is a vital ecological corridor, supporting fish species and providing habitat for migratory birds. The watershed is also a major tourist destination, making water quality protection essential for both ecosystem health and local economy.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Xiangshan District, Guilin, Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, China, at Pingshan North Road.
The plant serves approximately 280,000 people, classifying it as a large agglomeration under Chinese wastewater regulations.
Treated effluent is discharged into the Lijiang River, which flows through Guilin and Yangshuo before joining the Pearl River system.
The plant operates under China's Discharge Standard of Pollutants for Municipal Wastewater Treatment Plants (GB 18918-2002), which mandates secondary treatment for large agglomerations.
For a plant of this scale, secondary biological treatment is standard, often including activated sludge processes to meet national effluent limits for BOD, COD, and nutrients.
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