Overview
The Hubei wastewater treatment plant serves Baokang County in Hubei Province, China, with a population of 54,000. It operates under China's national wastewater regulations.
The Hubei wastewater treatment plant is located in Baokang County, Xiangyang City, Hubei Province, China. It serves a population of approximately 54,000 residents, making it a medium-sized municipal facility in 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 plants serving populations of this scale, secondary treatment is typically required, with potential nutrient removal in sensitive watersheds. The plant discharges into local water bodies that eventually drain into the Yangtze River basin, one of China's most ecologically and economically significant river systems. The downstream environment supports diverse aquatic life and provides water for agriculture and industry, making effective treatment essential for water quality protection.
Environmental context
The plant's treated effluent enters local waterways that flow into the Han River, a major tributary of the Yangtze River. The Yangtze basin supports critical ecosystems including fish spawning grounds and migratory bird habitats. Effective wastewater treatment is vital to prevent eutrophication and protect downstream water quality in this densely populated and agriculturally active region.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Baokang County, Xiangyang City, Hubei Province, China, along Huancheng Road.
The plant serves approximately 54,000 residents in Baokang County.
The plant discharges treated effluent into local waterways that eventually flow into the Han River, a tributary of the Yangtze River.
The plant operates under China's national standard GB 18918-2002, which sets discharge limits for municipal wastewater treatment plants based on the sensitivity of the receiving water body.
For a medium-sized agglomeration like this, secondary treatment is typically required, with possible advanced treatment if the receiving water is in a sensitive area.
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