Overview
Jiangxi wastewater treatment plant serves 72,100 people in Zhanglicun, Xiangdong District, Pingxiang City, Jiangxi Province, China. The plant operates under China's national wastewater discharge standards.
The Jiangxi wastewater treatment plant is located in Zhanglicun, within the Xiangdong District of Pingxiang City, Jiangxi Province, China. It serves a population of approximately 72,100, placing it in the medium agglomeration category for Chinese municipal wastewater infrastructure. As a facility in China, the plant is subject to the Discharge Standard of Pollutants for Municipal Wastewater Treatment Plant (GB 18918-2002), which sets effluent limits for conventional pollutants, nutrients, and heavy metals. For agglomerations of this scale, secondary treatment with nutrient removal is typically required, especially if the receiving water body is in a sensitive area. The plant discharges into the local watershed, which is part of the Yangtze River basin. The treated effluent ultimately flows into the Gan River, a major tributary of the Yangtze, and then into Poyang Lake, China's largest freshwater lake. This downstream ecosystem supports diverse aquatic life and provides critical habitat for migratory birds.
Environmental context
The plant's treated effluent enters the local water system, which drains into the Gan River, a tributary of the Yangtze River. The Gan River flows into Poyang Lake, a vital freshwater lake that supports rich biodiversity, including numerous fish species and migratory waterfowl. The lake plays a key role in flood regulation and water supply for the region. Protecting water quality in this watershed is essential for maintaining the ecological health of Poyang Lake and the Yangtze River downstream.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Zhanglicun, Xiangdong District, Pingxiang City, Jiangxi Province, China.
The plant serves approximately 72,100 people, classifying it as a medium-sized municipal facility.
Treated effluent is discharged into the local watershed, which flows into the Gan River, a tributary of the Yangtze River, and ultimately reaches Poyang Lake.
The plant operates under China's national standard GB 18918-2002, which sets discharge limits for pollutants. For facilities serving over 50,000 people, secondary treatment with nutrient removal is typically mandated.
The plant's discharge affects the Gan River and Poyang Lake, a major freshwater lake and important ecological zone. Proper treatment helps protect water quality and biodiversity in this sensitive watershed.
Nearby plants