Overview
Hubei wastewater treatment plant serves 78,000 people in Huangzhou District, Huanggang, Hubei, China. It operates under national wastewater regulations for medium-scale agglomerations.
The Hubei wastewater treatment plant is located in Huangzhou District, Huanggang City, Hubei Province, China. It serves a population of approximately 78,000, classifying it as a medium-scale municipal facility within the region's wastewater infrastructure. As a Chinese wastewater treatment plant, it operates under national standards such as the Discharge Standard of Pollutants for Municipal Wastewater Treatment Plant (GB 18918-2002). For a facility serving around 78,000 people, typical treatment includes secondary biological processes to meet Class 1A or 1B effluent standards, depending on the receiving water body's sensitivity. The plant discharges treated effluent into local waterways that ultimately flow into the Yangtze River basin. The Yangtze River is a major ecological corridor supporting diverse aquatic life and providing water resources for millions downstream. Proper treatment helps protect water quality in this critical watershed.
Environmental context
The plant's treated effluent enters local streams that drain into the Yangtze River, one of China's most important water bodies. The Yangtze basin supports a rich diversity of fish species and provides drinking water for numerous cities. Effective wastewater treatment is crucial to prevent eutrophication and protect aquatic habitats in this densely populated region.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Huangzhou District, Huanggang City, Hubei Province, China, at approximately 30.457°N, 114.889°E.
The plant serves a population of about 78,000 people, making it a medium-scale municipal facility.
Treated effluent is discharged into local waterways that flow into the Yangtze River basin, ultimately reaching the East China Sea.
The plant operates under China's national discharge standards (GB 18918-2002), which set effluent limits for pollutants to protect receiving water bodies.
Facilities of this scale typically employ secondary biological treatment processes such as activated sludge to meet Class 1A or 1B standards, ensuring effective removal of organic matter and nutrients.
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