Overview
Nei Mongol wastewater treatment plant serves 89,000 people in Tongliao, Inner Mongolia, China. It operates under national discharge standards for municipal wastewater.
The Nei Mongol wastewater treatment plant is located in Tongliao, Inner Mongolia, China, serving a population of approximately 89,000. The facility is situated in the semi-arid region of northeastern China, where water resources are limited and treatment plays a crucial role in protecting local water quality. As a medium-sized agglomeration, the plant is expected to meet China's national discharge standards for municipal wastewater, which require secondary treatment as a baseline. The regulatory framework in China includes the Discharge Standard of Pollutants for Municipal Wastewater Treatment Plant (GB 18918-2002), which sets limits for key pollutants. The plant's design and operation align with these standards to ensure environmental compliance. The treated effluent is discharged into local waterways that eventually drain into the Liao River basin, a major river system in northeastern China. The Liao River flows into the Bohai Sea, supporting diverse aquatic life and providing water for agriculture and industry. Proper treatment at this facility helps reduce nutrient and pollutant loads, protecting downstream ecosystems and water users.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Liao River basin, which flows through Inner Mongolia and Liaoning Province before reaching the Bohai Sea. This watershed supports important fisheries and agricultural irrigation. The semi-arid climate means that maintaining water quality in the river is critical for both ecological health and human use, as the river is a key water source for the region.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Tongliao, Inner Mongolia, China, specifically in the Naiman Banner area near Daqin Tal Town.
The plant serves approximately 89,000 people in the Tongliao region.
The treated effluent is discharged into local waterways that are part of the Liao River basin, which ultimately flows into the Bohai Sea.
The plant operates under China's national discharge standard GB 18918-2002, which sets pollutant limits for municipal wastewater treatment plants.
For medium-sized agglomerations in China, secondary treatment is the standard requirement, often with additional nutrient removal in sensitive areas.
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