Overview
Hainan wastewater treatment plant serves Lingao County in Hainan Province, China, with a designed capacity of 1.00 and a population served of 62,500. It is located within 50 km of the coast.
The Hainan wastewater treatment plant is situated in Lingao County, Hainan Province, China, serving a population of approximately 62,500. The facility has a designed capacity of 1.00, indicating its scale for treating municipal wastewater in this coastal region. As a plant in China, it operates under national wastewater discharge standards, which typically require secondary treatment for urban areas. It is expected to comply with Chinese environmental regulations for water pollution control. The plant's location within 50 km of the coast means its treated effluent likely discharges into coastal waters or nearby rivers that flow into the South China Sea. This proximity to marine environments underscores the importance of effective treatment to protect coastal ecosystems and water quality.
Environmental context
The plant is located in Hainan Province, an island region with a tropical climate and diverse coastal ecosystems. Its treated wastewater likely enters rivers or directly into the South China Sea, affecting local marine habitats and coral reefs. The area supports important fisheries and biodiversity, making proper wastewater management critical for environmental health.
Frequently asked questions
The Hainan wastewater treatment plant is located in Lingao County, Hainan Province, China.
The plant serves a population of approximately 62,500 people.
Wastewater treatment plants in China must comply with the national Discharge Standard of Pollutants for Municipal Wastewater Treatment Plant (GB 18918-2002), which sets limits on pollutants like COD, BOD, and nitrogen.
For a plant of this scale in China, secondary treatment is typically required, often including biological processes to reduce organic matter and nutrients before discharge.
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