Overview
The Shandong wastewater treatment plant serves Jimo District, Qingdao, China, with a population equivalent of 341,000. It has a designed capacity of 1.00 unit and is located within 50 km of the coast.
The Shandong wastewater treatment plant is located in Jimo District, Qingdao, Shandong Province, China. It serves a population equivalent of 341,000, classifying it as a large agglomeration under Chinese wastewater regulations. The plant's designed capacity is 1.00, though the unit is unspecified. China's wastewater treatment standards are governed by the national Discharge Standard of Pollutants for Municipal Wastewater Treatment Plant (GB 18918-2002), which sets effluent limits based on the receiving water body's sensitivity. For large plants like this, advanced treatment (Class 1A) is typically required for discharge into sensitive waters, while secondary treatment (Class 1B or 2) may apply elsewhere. The plant's proximity to the coast (within 50 km) suggests its treated effluent likely discharges into the Yellow Sea via local rivers or drainage systems. The downstream environment supports diverse marine life and is important for fisheries and coastal ecosystems in the region.
Environmental context
The plant is located in the coastal region of Shandong, with its treated effluent likely flowing into the Yellow Sea via the Dagu River or other local watercourses. The Yellow Sea is a semi-enclosed marginal sea that supports rich biodiversity, including important fish stocks and migratory bird habitats. The discharge of treated wastewater must comply with stringent standards to protect the marine environment from nutrient pollution and other contaminants.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Jimo District, Qingdao, Shandong Province, China, near the coast of the Yellow Sea.
The plant serves a population equivalent of 341,000, classifying it as a large municipal wastewater treatment facility.
The plant discharges treated effluent into local watercourses that ultimately flow into the Yellow Sea, a major marginal sea off eastern China.
The plant operates under China's Discharge Standard of Pollutants for Municipal Wastewater Treatment Plant (GB 18918-2002), which sets effluent limits based on the sensitivity of the receiving water body.
For large agglomerations in China, especially those near sensitive coastal waters, advanced treatment (Class 1A) is typically required to meet stringent nutrient removal standards.
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