Overview
Henan wastewater treatment plant serves Xixian County, Henan Province, China, with a population of 80,800. It operates under China's national wastewater standards for urban agglomerations.
The Henan wastewater treatment plant is located in Longhu Street, Xixian County, Xinyang City, Henan Province, China. It serves a population of approximately 80,800, classifying it as a medium-sized urban wastewater facility within the region. As a plant in China, it operates under the national Discharge Standard of Pollutants for Municipal Wastewater Treatment Plants (GB 18918-2002), which sets effluent limits based on receiving water sensitivity. For agglomerations of this scale, secondary treatment with nutrient removal is typically required to meet Class 1A or 1B standards, especially if discharging into sensitive water bodies. The plant's treated effluent likely discharges into local waterways within the Huai River basin, which ultimately flows into the East China Sea. The Huai River system supports diverse aquatic life and provides water for agriculture and industry, making proper treatment critical for downstream ecological health.
Environmental context
The plant is situated in the Huai River basin, a major water system in eastern China that drains into the East China Sea. The region experiences a monsoon climate with seasonal rainfall, and the river supports fisheries and irrigation. Downstream ecosystems depend on adequate treatment to prevent eutrophication and protect aquatic biodiversity.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Longhu Street, Xixian County, Xinyang City, Henan Province, China.
The plant serves approximately 80,800 people, making it a medium-sized urban wastewater facility.
The treated effluent is discharged into local waterways within the Huai River basin, which flows into the East China Sea.
The plant operates under China's GB 18918-2002 standard, which sets discharge limits for pollutants. For a plant of this scale, secondary treatment with nutrient removal is typically required to meet Class 1A or 1B standards.
The Huai River basin supports diverse aquatic life, provides water for agriculture and industry, and drains into the East China Sea. Proper wastewater treatment is essential to prevent eutrophication and protect downstream ecosystems.
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