Overview
Hubei wastewater treatment plant serves Zhuxi County in Shiyan, Hubei, China, with a population of 86,400. It operates under China's national wastewater standards.
The Hubei wastewater treatment plant is located in Chengguan Town, Zhuxi County, Shiyan City, Hubei Province, China. It serves a population of approximately 86,400 people, placing it in the medium agglomeration category. The plant is part of the municipal wastewater infrastructure for the region. As a facility in China, the plant is subject to the national Discharge Standard of Pollutants for Municipal Wastewater Treatment Plants (GB 18918-2002). For agglomerations of this scale, secondary treatment is typically required, with possible nutrient removal in sensitive areas. It is expected to meet the regulatory standards for its size. The plant discharges treated wastewater into local water bodies within the Han River basin, which flows into the Yangtze River and ultimately the East China Sea. Its operation is crucial for protecting downstream aquatic ecosystems and ensuring water quality in the densely populated region.
Environmental context
The plant's treated effluent enters the local tributaries of the Han River, a major tributary of the Yangtze River. The Yangtze River basin supports diverse aquatic life and provides water for millions of people. The plant's discharge contributes to the nutrient load in the river system, making effective treatment essential to prevent eutrophication and protect downstream ecosystems, including the East China Sea.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Chengguan Town, Zhuxi County, Shiyan City, Hubei Province, China.
The plant serves approximately 86,400 people, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration.
The plant discharges treated effluent into local tributaries of the Han River, which flows into the Yangtze River and eventually the East China Sea.
The plant operates under China's national standard GB 18918-2002, which sets discharge limits for pollutants from municipal wastewater treatment plants.
For agglomerations of this size, Chinese regulations typically require secondary treatment, with possible advanced treatment for nutrient removal in sensitive areas.
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