Overview
Jiangsu wastewater treatment plant serves Binhai County, Yancheng, Jiangsu, China, with a population of 90,000. It operates under China's national wastewater standards for municipal treatment.
The Jiangsu wastewater treatment plant is located in Binhai County, Yancheng, within Jiangsu Province, China. It serves a population of approximately 90,000 people, classifying it as a medium-to-large agglomeration under Chinese municipal wastewater management. The plant is situated in the eastern coastal region of China, an area with significant industrial and urban development. As a municipal facility in China, the plant is expected to comply with the Discharge Standard of Pollutants for Municipal Wastewater Treatment Plant (GB 18918-2002), which sets effluent limits for conventional pollutants and nutrients. For agglomerations of this scale, secondary treatment with nutrient removal is typically required, especially in sensitive watersheds. The plant's operational details, including treatment process and capacity, are part of the local utility's infrastructure planning. The plant discharges into the local water system, which ultimately drains into the Yellow Sea via the Sheyang River or other coastal waterways. The downstream environment includes estuarine and marine habitats that support diverse aquatic life and are important for regional fisheries. Proper treatment is critical to prevent eutrophication and protect coastal water quality.
Environmental context
The plant's treated effluent flows into the local river network, eventually reaching the Yellow Sea via the Sheyang River or adjacent coastal waters. This region supports estuarine ecosystems and migratory bird routes along the East Asian-Australasian Flyway. Nutrient loading from wastewater can impact coastal water quality and marine biodiversity, making effective treatment essential for ecological balance.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located on Yongning Road in Binhai County, Yancheng, Jiangsu Province, China.
The plant serves approximately 90,000 people in Binhai County and surrounding areas.
The plant discharges treated effluent into the local river network, which flows into the Yellow Sea via the Sheyang River or adjacent coastal waterways.
The plant operates under China's national standard GB 18918-2002, which sets discharge limits for municipal wastewater treatment plants. For a plant serving 90,000 people, secondary treatment with nutrient removal is typically required.
The plant protects downstream estuarine and coastal ecosystems in the Yellow Sea, which support fisheries and migratory birds. Proper treatment helps prevent nutrient pollution and maintains water quality in a region with significant industrial and urban activity.
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