Overview
Guizhou wastewater treatment plant serves Liupanshui City, Guizhou Province, China, with a population of 48,000. The plant operates under China's national wastewater standards.
The Guizhou wastewater treatment plant is located in Panzhou, Liupanshui City, Guizhou Province, China. It serves a population of approximately 48,000 people, classifying it as a medium-sized municipal facility within the region's wastewater infrastructure. Under China's national wastewater discharge standards (GB 18918-2002), plants of this scale are typically required to meet Class 1-A or 1-B effluent limits, depending on the receiving water body's sensitivity. Regulatory compliance ensures appropriate treatment for the local environment. The treated effluent likely discharges into a tributary of the Pearl River basin, which flows southward through Guangxi and into the South China Sea. The plant plays a key role in protecting downstream water quality and aquatic ecosystems in the region.
Environmental context
The plant is situated in the upper reaches of the Pearl River basin, with treated effluent likely entering local streams that feed into the Hongshui River and eventually the Pearl River Delta. This watershed supports diverse aquatic life and provides water for agriculture and urban use downstream. The region's karst topography makes groundwater particularly sensitive to contamination, emphasizing the need for effective treatment.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Panzhou, Liupanshui City, Guizhou Province, China.
The plant serves approximately 48,000 people.
Treated effluent is likely discharged into local streams within the Pearl River basin, eventually reaching the South China Sea.
The plant operates under China's national wastewater discharge standards (GB 18918-2002), which set effluent limits based on the receiving water body's sensitivity.
For medium-sized agglomerations in China, secondary treatment with nutrient removal is typical, often meeting Class 1-A or 1-B standards to protect water quality.
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