Overview
Shandong wastewater treatment plant serves Wucheng County, Dezhou, Shandong, China, with a population of 80,000. It operates under China's national wastewater standards.
The Shandong wastewater treatment plant is located in Wucheng County, Dezhou City, Shandong Province, China. It serves a population of approximately 80,000 people, making it a medium-sized municipal facility in the region. As a Chinese wastewater treatment plant, it operates under the national Discharge Standard of Pollutants for Municipal Wastewater Treatment Plants (GB 18918-2002). Plants serving populations of this scale are typically required to meet Class 1-A or 1-B standards, which include biological treatment and nutrient removal, depending on the receiving water body's sensitivity. The plant's treated effluent likely discharges into a local waterway within the Hai River basin, which drains into the Bohai Sea. The facility plays a key role in protecting downstream aquatic ecosystems and supporting water quality in the densely populated North China Plain.
Environmental context
The plant is located in the Hai River basin, which drains into the Bohai Sea. The region faces challenges from agricultural runoff and industrial discharges, making wastewater treatment critical for reducing nutrient loads and protecting coastal waters. The downstream environment supports diverse aquatic life and is an important area for fisheries and marine biodiversity.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Wucheng County, Dezhou City, Shandong Province, China.
The plant serves approximately 80,000 people.
The plant likely discharges into a local waterway within the Hai River basin, which flows into the Bohai Sea.
The plant operates under China's national standard GB 18918-2002, which sets discharge limits for pollutants based on the receiving water's sensitivity.
Plants of this scale in China typically require secondary biological treatment with nutrient removal to meet Class 1-A or 1-B standards, depending on local environmental requirements.
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