Overview
The Jiangsu wastewater treatment plant serves Zhangjiagang City in Jiangsu Province, China, with a designed capacity of 1.00 unit. It treats wastewater from a population of approximately 29,000.
The Jiangsu wastewater treatment plant is located in Zhangjiagang City, part of Suzhou in Jiangsu Province, China. It serves a population of about 29,000 people and has a designed capacity of 1.00 unit, indicating it is a medium-scale facility for the region. Under China's national wastewater regulations, plants of this scale are expected to meet secondary treatment standards, with effluent discharged into local water bodies. Typical facilities in this area employ biological treatment methods. The plant's treated effluent likely discharges into the Yangtze River basin, which ultimately flows into the East China Sea. This water body supports diverse aquatic life and is an important resource for the region's agriculture and industry.
Environmental context
The plant is situated inland, more than 50 km from the coast, and its treated wastewater likely enters the Yangtze River system, which drains into the East China Sea. The Yangtze basin is ecologically significant, supporting a wide range of fish species and providing water for millions of people. Proper treatment is essential to protect downstream water quality and aquatic habitats.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Zhangjiagang City, Suzhou, Jiangsu Province, China, at the address: Nanhuan Road, Tongshe Community, Tangqiao Town.
The plant serves approximately 29,000 people in the Zhangjiagang area.
The plant has a designed capacity of 1.00 unit, which supports its service to the local population.
In China, wastewater treatment plants are regulated under national standards that require secondary treatment for facilities of this scale. The plant's effluent must meet discharge limits to protect receiving water bodies.
The plant protects the Yangtze River basin by treating wastewater before discharge, reducing pollution in a waterway that supports diverse ecosystems and provides water for agriculture, industry, and drinking.
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