Overview
Jiangxi wastewater treatment plant serves 123,000 people in Raofeng Town, Jiangxi Province, China. It is located within 50 km of the coast and discharges into the local watershed.
The Jiangxi wastewater treatment plant is located in Raofeng Town, Poyang County, Shangrao City, Jiangxi Province, China. It serves a population of approximately 123,000, classifying it as a large agglomeration under Chinese wastewater regulations. The plant is situated inland but within 50 km of the coast, indicating potential downstream influence on coastal waters. As a large-scale facility in China, the plant is expected to meet national discharge standards under the Environmental Protection Law and the Water Pollution Prevention and Control Action Plan. Chinese regulations mandate secondary treatment for urban wastewater, with tertiary treatment required in sensitive areas. The plant's designed capacity is 1. The plant discharges into the local watershed, which ultimately drains into Poyang Lake, China's largest freshwater lake, and then into the Yangtze River. Poyang Lake is a critical ecological zone supporting diverse aquatic life and migratory birds. The plant's discharge quality is important for maintaining the lake's water quality and the health of downstream ecosystems.
Environmental context
The plant's treated effluent flows into the local water system, which drains into Poyang Lake, a major freshwater lake in Jiangxi Province. Poyang Lake connects to the Yangtze River, one of the world's most important river systems. The lake supports a rich biodiversity, including numerous fish species and migratory birds, making it an ecologically sensitive area. Proper wastewater treatment is essential to prevent nutrient pollution and protect this vital aquatic habitat.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Raofeng Town, Poyang County, Shangrao City, Jiangxi Province, China.
The plant serves approximately 123,000 people, classifying it as a large agglomeration.
The plant discharges into the local watershed, which ultimately flows into Poyang Lake and then the Yangtze River.
The plant operates under China's Environmental Protection Law and Water Pollution Prevention and Control Action Plan, which mandate secondary treatment for urban wastewater and stricter standards in sensitive areas.
Chinese regulations typically require secondary treatment for plants of this scale, with tertiary treatment in environmentally sensitive areas to reduce nutrients and protect water bodies like Poyang Lake.
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