Overview
Shaanxi wastewater treatment plant serves Weicheng District, Xianyang, Shaanxi, China, with a population of 530,000. It operates under China's national wastewater discharge standards.
The Shaanxi wastewater treatment plant is located in Weicheng District, Xianyang, Shaanxi Province, China. It serves a population of approximately 530,000, classifying it as a large-scale municipal facility within the region. Under China's national wastewater discharge standards (GB 18918-2002), large plants serving over 100,000 people are typically required to meet Class 1-A or 1-B effluent limits, which include biological treatment and nutrient removal. It is expected to comply with these regulatory requirements. The plant discharges treated wastewater into local water bodies that ultimately drain into the Wei River, a major tributary of the Yellow River. The Wei River basin supports agricultural irrigation and urban water supply, making effective treatment critical for downstream water quality and ecosystem health.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Wei River system, which flows into the Yellow River, the second-longest river in China. The Yellow River basin is ecologically sensitive, supporting diverse aquatic life and providing water for millions of people. Effective wastewater treatment is essential to prevent eutrophication and protect downstream habitats.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Weicheng District, Xianyang, Shaanxi Province, China, near the Wei River.
The plant serves approximately 530,000 people, making it a large municipal facility.
The plant discharges treated effluent into local water bodies that flow into the Wei River, a tributary of the Yellow River.
The plant operates under China's national wastewater discharge standards (GB 18918-2002), which set effluent limits for pollutants.
Large plants in China typically employ secondary biological treatment with nutrient removal to meet Class 1-A or 1-B standards.
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