Overview
The Hebei wastewater treatment plant serves Quzhou County in Hebei Province, China, with a population of 91,000. It operates under China's national wastewater standards.
The Hebei wastewater treatment plant is located in Quzhou County, Handan City, Hebei Province, China. It serves a population of 91,000, placing it in the medium agglomeration category for Chinese municipal wastewater infrastructure. As a plant in China, it is subject to the Discharge Standard of Pollutants for Municipal Wastewater Treatment Plant (GB 18918-2002), which sets effluent limits for conventional pollutants and nutrients. For plants of this scale, secondary treatment with nutrient removal is typically required, especially in sensitive watersheds. The plant's treated effluent likely discharges into a local watercourse that flows through the Hai River basin, ultimately reaching the Bohai Sea. This region faces challenges from agricultural runoff and industrial discharges, making proper wastewater treatment critical for protecting downstream water quality and aquatic ecosystems.
Environmental context
The plant is situated in the Hai River basin, which drains into the Bohai Sea via the Hai He and its tributaries. The downstream environment supports diverse aquatic life and is an important migratory corridor for fish and birds. Nutrient loading from upstream sources can contribute to eutrophication in coastal waters, underscoring the need for effective treatment.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Quzhou County, Handan City, Hebei Province, China.
The plant serves a population of 91,000 people.
The treated effluent is discharged into a local watercourse within the Hai River basin, which flows to the Bohai Sea.
The plant operates under China's GB 18918-2002 standard, which sets discharge limits for pollutants. Plants serving over 50,000 people typically require secondary treatment with nutrient removal.
For medium agglomerations in China, secondary biological treatment with nitrogen and phosphorus removal is standard to meet Class 1A or 1B effluent standards.
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