Overview
Jiangsu wastewater treatment plant serves Jinhu County, Jiangsu Province, China, with a designed capacity of 1.00 and a population served of 132,000. It operates under China's national wastewater regulations.
The Jiangsu wastewater treatment plant is located in Jinhu County, within the city of Huai'an, Jiangsu Province, China. It serves a population of approximately 132,000, classifying it as a medium-to-large agglomeration under Chinese wastewater management standards. The plant's designed capacity is 1.00 (likely in million cubic meters per day or similar unit), indicating a significant infrastructure investment 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), which sets effluent limits based on the receiving water body's sensitivity. For plants serving populations over 100,000, tertiary treatment is often required to meet stricter standards, especially in environmentally sensitive areas. The scale suggests advanced treatment capabilities. The plant discharges treated wastewater into local water bodies that ultimately drain into the Yangtze River Delta region, a densely populated and ecologically important area. The receiving water body supports agricultural irrigation, industrial use, and aquatic habitats. Proper treatment is critical to prevent eutrophication and protect downstream ecosystems, including the East China Sea.
Environmental context
The plant's treated effluent flows into local rivers and canals within the Huai River basin, which eventually drains into the Yangtze River and then the East China Sea. This watershed supports diverse aquatic life and is a vital water source for agriculture and industry in Jiangsu Province. The region's flat terrain and high population density increase the risk of nutrient pollution, making effective wastewater treatment essential for maintaining water quality and preventing algal blooms in downstream coastal areas.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Jinhu County, Huai'an City, Jiangsu Province, China, at approximately 33.027 N, 119.023 E.
The plant serves a population of 132,000, classifying it as a medium-to-large agglomeration under Chinese wastewater regulations.
Treated wastewater is discharged into local water bodies within the Huai River basin, which ultimately flows into the Yangtze River and the East China Sea.
The plant operates under China's national standard GB 18918-2002, which sets discharge limits for pollutants. For plants serving over 100,000 people, stricter effluent standards often apply to protect sensitive water bodies.
In China, plants serving populations above 100,000 are typically required to implement tertiary treatment to meet Class 1A or 1B standards under GB 18918-2002, especially if discharging into sensitive areas.
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