Shaanxi Wastewater Treatment Plant, Pucheng County | China

The Shaanxi wastewater treatment plant is located in Pucheng County, Weinan City, Shaanxi Province, China. It serves a population of approximately 51,000 people, classifying it as a medium-sized municipal facility. The plant is situated inland, away from coastal areas, and its operations are integral to local water management. Under China's wastewater regulations, plants serving populations over 50,000 are typically required to meet secondary treatment standards as per the Discharge Standard of Pollutants for Municipal Wastewater Treatment Plant (GB 18918-2002). The plant's treatment processes align with these national guidelines, ensuring effluent quality before discharge. The treated wastewater from the plant is discharged into local water bodies that eventually flow into the Yellow River basin, a major river system in northern China. The plant plays a key role in protecting downstream aquatic ecosystems and supporting water quality in the region.

The plant discharges into local waterways that drain into the Yellow River basin, one of China's most important river systems. The Yellow River supports diverse aquatic life and provides water for agriculture and industry. The plant's operations help reduce nutrient and pollutant loads, protecting downstream water quality and ecological health.