Overview
Hubei wastewater treatment plant serves Xiling District, Yichang, Hubei, China, with a designed capacity of 1.00 unit. The plant supports a population of 586,400.
The Hubei wastewater treatment plant is located in Xiling District, Yichang, Hubei Province, China. It serves a population of approximately 586,400 people, classifying it as a large agglomeration under Chinese wastewater management standards. The plant's designed capacity is 1. As a large-scale facility in China, the plant is expected to comply with national discharge standards under the Environmental Protection Law and the Water Pollution Prevention and Control Law. These regulations mandate secondary treatment as a minimum for urban wastewater, with tertiary treatment required in sensitive watersheds. The plant's performance is likely monitored by local environmental authorities to ensure compliance with effluent limits. The plant discharges treated wastewater into the Yangtze River basin, which is the largest river system in China and a critical water resource for the region. The downstream environment supports diverse aquatic life and provides water for agriculture, industry, and drinking. Protecting this watershed is essential for maintaining ecological balance and public health in the densely populated Hubei region.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Yangtze River basin, which flows through central China before emptying into the East China Sea. The Yangtze is a vital ecological corridor supporting numerous fish species, including the endangered Chinese sturgeon. The surrounding watershed is heavily urbanized and industrialized, making effective wastewater treatment crucial for preventing eutrophication and protecting downstream water quality.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Xiling District, Yichang, Hubei Province, China, near Dalian Road in Nanyuan Subdistrict.
The plant serves approximately 586,400 people, classifying it as a large-scale municipal wastewater treatment facility.
Treated wastewater from the plant is discharged into the Yangtze River basin, which flows through central China to the East China Sea.
The plant operates under China's Environmental Protection Law and Water Pollution Prevention and Control Law, which set discharge standards for urban wastewater treatment plants.
For large agglomerations in China, secondary treatment is the minimum requirement, with tertiary treatment often needed in sensitive areas to meet stricter effluent limits.
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