Overview
Hubei wastewater treatment plant serves Daye City, Hubei Province, China, with a population of 250,000. The plant is located inland, more than 50 km from the coast.
The Hubei wastewater treatment plant is located in Daye City, within Huangshi City, Hubei Province, China. It serves a population of approximately 250,000, classifying it as a large agglomeration under Chinese wastewater management standards. The plant is situated inland, more than 50 kilometers from the coast, and its operations are part of the municipal infrastructure for the region. As a large-scale facility, the plant is expected to meet secondary treatment standards under China's national wastewater discharge regulations, which align with the country's Water Pollution Prevention and Control Law. Plants of this scale typically employ biological treatment methods such as activated sludge to reduce organic pollutants and nutrients before discharge. The treated effluent likely discharges into a local waterway within the Yangtze River basin, as Hubei Province is part of this major watershed. The plant plays a crucial role in protecting downstream water quality and supporting the ecological health of the Yangtze River system, which is vital for drinking water, agriculture, and biodiversity in the region.
Environmental context
The plant is located in the Yangtze River basin, one of China's most important watersheds. Treated wastewater likely flows into a tributary of the Yangtze River, which ultimately reaches the East China Sea. The downstream environment supports diverse aquatic life and provides water for millions of people, making effective treatment essential for preventing eutrophication and protecting ecosystem health.
Frequently asked questions
The Hubei wastewater treatment plant is located in Daye City, Huangshi City, Hubei Province, China, at approximately 30.106°N, 115.050°E.
The plant serves a population of 250,000, classifying it as a large agglomeration under Chinese wastewater management standards.
The plant protects local waterways within the Yangtze River basin, ultimately contributing to the health of the Yangtze River and the East China Sea.
The plant operates under China's Water Pollution Prevention and Control Law, which mandates secondary treatment for large agglomerations to reduce pollutants before discharge.
Plants of this scale typically use biological treatment processes like activated sludge to meet secondary treatment standards, removing organic matter and nutrients.
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