Overview
Hunan wastewater treatment plant serves 66,000 people in Lukou Town, Yueyang, Hunan, China. It operates under national wastewater standards for inland facilities.
The Hunan wastewater treatment plant is located in Lukou Town, Yunxi District, Yueyang City, Hunan Province, China. It serves a population of approximately 66,000, placing it in the medium agglomeration category for Chinese wastewater infrastructure. As a facility in China, the plant is subject to national discharge standards under the Environmental Protection Law and the Water Pollution Prevention and Control Action Plan. For agglomerations of this size, secondary treatment with nutrient removal is typically required to protect receiving waters. The plant discharges into local waterways that ultimately drain into Dongting Lake, a major tributary of the Yangtze River. This watershed supports diverse aquatic life and provides water for agriculture and industry in the region. Proper treatment is essential to prevent eutrophication and maintain water quality in this ecologically significant basin.
Environmental context
The plant's treated effluent flows into streams feeding Dongting Lake, which connects to the Yangtze River. Dongting Lake is a critical wetland ecosystem that supports migratory birds and fish species. The lake's water quality is sensitive to nutrient loading, making effective treatment important for downstream ecological health.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Lukou Town, Yunxi District, Yueyang City, Hunan Province, China.
The plant serves approximately 66,000 people.
The plant discharges into local waterways that flow into Dongting Lake, which is connected to the Yangtze River.
The plant operates under China's national wastewater discharge standards, enforced by the Ministry of Ecology and Environment. Facilities of this size typically require secondary treatment with nutrient removal.
For a medium-sized agglomeration in China, secondary biological treatment with nutrient removal is standard to meet Class 1A or 1B discharge limits under the national standards.
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