Overview
The Jiangsu wastewater treatment plant serves the Jiangyan District of Taizhou, China, with a population of 168,000. It operates under China's national wastewater regulations.
The Jiangsu wastewater treatment plant is located in the Tianmushan Street area of Jiangyan District, Taizhou, in Jiangsu Province, China. It serves a population of approximately 168,000 people, classifying it as a medium-to-large agglomeration under Chinese wastewater management standards. As a plant of this scale, it is expected to meet the treatment requirements set by China's national discharge standards, which typically mandate secondary or advanced treatment for urban wastewater. The plant's operations are likely overseen by local municipal authorities, ensuring compliance with environmental regulations. The treated effluent from the plant is discharged into local waterways that ultimately drain into the Yangtze River Delta, a region of significant ecological and economic importance. The plant plays a key role in protecting the water quality of the delta's rivers and coastal areas, supporting aquatic life and downstream communities.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the local river network that flows into the Yangtze River, which empties into the East China Sea. This watershed supports diverse aquatic ecosystems and is a critical migratory corridor for fish species. The Yangtze River Delta is a densely populated and industrialized region, making effective wastewater treatment essential for maintaining water quality and preventing eutrophication in coastal waters.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in the Tianmushan Street area of Jiangyan District, Taizhou, in Jiangsu Province, China.
The plant serves approximately 168,000 people, making it a medium-to-large urban wastewater treatment facility.
The treated effluent is discharged into local waterways that flow into the Yangtze River, eventually reaching the East China Sea.
The plant operates under China's national wastewater discharge standards, which set limits on pollutants to protect water quality. For plants of this scale, secondary or advanced treatment is typically required.
The plant helps protect the Yangtze River Delta ecosystem by reducing pollution loads, supporting aquatic biodiversity, and preventing eutrophication in coastal waters.
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