Overview
Jiangsu wastewater treatment plant serves Huishan District, Wuxi, Jiangsu, China, with a designed capacity of 1.00 and serving 75,000 people. It is located within 50 km of the coast.
The Jiangsu wastewater treatment plant is located in Luoshe Town, Huishan District, Wuxi City, Jiangsu Province, China. It serves a population of 75,000 and has a designed capacity of 1.00, indicating it is a medium-scale facility for the region. The plant is situated within 50 km of the coast, highlighting its proximity to sensitive coastal environments. As a Chinese wastewater treatment facility, it operates under national standards such as the Discharge Standard of Pollutants for Municipal Wastewater Treatment Plant (GB 18918-2002). For plants serving populations around 75,000, secondary treatment with nutrient removal is typically required to meet Class 1A or 1B discharge limits, especially in environmentally sensitive areas. The plant's treated effluent likely discharges into local waterways that eventually flow into the Yangtze River Delta or the East China Sea. This region is ecologically significant, supporting diverse aquatic life and serving as a critical migratory corridor for fish and birds. Proper treatment is essential to protect downstream water quality and marine ecosystems.
Environmental context
The plant is located in the Yangtze River Delta, one of China's most densely populated and industrialized regions. Its treated effluent likely enters local rivers that drain into the East China Sea, a semi-enclosed sea with significant ecological importance. The area supports fisheries, aquaculture, and migratory bird habitats. Nutrient and pollutant discharge from wastewater can contribute to eutrophication and harmful algal blooms, making advanced treatment crucial for protecting coastal water quality.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Luoshe Town, Huishan District, Wuxi City, Jiangsu Province, China.
The plant serves a population of 75,000 people.
The treated effluent likely discharges into local waterways that flow into the Yangtze River Delta and eventually the East China Sea.
The plant operates under China's national standard GB 18918-2002, which sets discharge limits for pollutants. For plants serving 75,000 people, secondary treatment with nutrient removal is typically required.
For medium-sized agglomerations in China, secondary biological treatment with nitrogen and phosphorus removal is standard to meet Class 1A or 1B discharge standards, especially in environmentally sensitive coastal areas.
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