Overview
Jiangsu wastewater treatment plant serves Xiangcheng District, Suzhou, China, with a population of 14,000. It has a designed capacity of 1.00 unit and is located inland, discharging into local waterways.
The Jiangsu wastewater treatment plant is located in Xiangcheng District, Suzhou, Jiangsu Province, China. It serves a population of approximately 14,000 people, classifying it as a small to medium agglomeration under Chinese wastewater management standards. The plant is situated inland, away from coastal areas, and its operations are part of the municipal infrastructure for the region. The plant operates under China's national wastewater discharge standards, which require secondary treatment for urban wastewater. The designed capacity of 1.00 unit suggests a modest scale, consistent with the population served. Chinese regulations mandate that such facilities meet effluent standards to protect receiving water bodies. The plant discharges treated wastewater into local rivers or streams that ultimately flow into the Yangtze River Delta region, a densely populated and economically vital area. The downstream environment includes freshwater ecosystems that support agriculture, fisheries, and urban water supply. Proper treatment is essential to prevent nutrient pollution and maintain water quality in this sensitive watershed.
Environmental context
The plant's treated effluent enters local waterways within the Yangtze River Basin, eventually reaching the East China Sea. This region supports diverse aquatic life and is important for fisheries and agriculture. The plant's inland location reduces direct marine impact, but nutrient loading from wastewater can affect freshwater ecosystems and downstream coastal zones.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Xiangcheng District, Suzhou, Jiangsu Province, China, near the Suta Expressway in Fenghuangjing Village.
The plant serves approximately 14,000 people, making it a small to medium-sized facility in the region.
The plant discharges treated effluent into local rivers or streams within the Yangtze River Basin, which eventually flow into the East China Sea.
The plant operates under China's national wastewater discharge standards, which require secondary treatment for urban wastewater and set limits on pollutants to protect water quality.
For small to medium agglomerations in China, secondary treatment (biological treatment) is standard, often including activated sludge or similar processes to meet national effluent standards.
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