Overview
Hubei wastewater treatment plant serves 350,000 people in Wuchang District, Wuhan, China. It operates under national standards for large-scale municipal wastewater treatment.
The Hubei wastewater treatment plant is located in Wuchang District, Wuhan, Hubei Province, China. It serves a population of approximately 350,000, classifying it as a large-scale municipal facility within the urban wastewater infrastructure of Wuhan. China's wastewater treatment standards for plants of this scale typically require secondary or advanced treatment to meet national discharge limits. The facility is expected to comply with the Discharge Standard of Pollutants for Municipal Wastewater Treatment Plant (GB 18918-2002), which sets effluent quality requirements for large agglomerations. The plant discharges treated effluent into local water bodies that ultimately flow into the Yangtze River basin. The Yangtze River is a critical ecological corridor supporting diverse aquatic life and providing water resources for millions downstream. Proper treatment helps protect water quality in this major river system.
Environmental context
The plant's treated effluent enters the local drainage network within the Yangtze River basin, one of China's most important freshwater systems. The Yangtze River supports a wide range of aquatic species and provides drinking water for numerous cities. Effective wastewater treatment is essential to prevent nutrient pollution and maintain ecological balance in this densely populated and economically vital watershed.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Wuchang District, Wuhan, Hubei Province, China, at coordinates 30.567 N, 114.334 E.
The plant serves approximately 350,000 people, making it a large-scale municipal wastewater treatment facility.
The plant discharges treated effluent into local waterways that drain into the Yangtze River basin, a major river system in China.
The plant must comply with China's national discharge standard GB 18918-2002 for municipal wastewater treatment plants, which sets limits on pollutants like BOD, COD, and nutrients.
For large agglomerations in China, secondary biological treatment with nutrient removal is standard, often including activated sludge processes and disinfection to meet stringent effluent standards.
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