Overview
Shandong wastewater treatment plant serves Weifang City, Shandong Province, China, with a population equivalent of 90,000. It operates under China's national wastewater discharge standards.
The Shandong wastewater treatment plant is located in Changle County, Weifang City, Shandong Province, China. It serves a population equivalent of 90,000, classifying it as a medium-sized municipal facility within the region's wastewater infrastructure. Under China's national wastewater discharge standards (GB 18918-2002), plants of this scale are typically required to meet Class 1-A or 1-B effluent limits, which mandate biological treatment with nutrient removal. The regulatory framework ensures compliance with environmental protection requirements. The treated effluent is discharged into local water bodies within the Shandong Peninsula watershed, ultimately flowing into the Bohai Sea. The plant plays a critical role in protecting downstream aquatic ecosystems and supporting water quality in the region's densely populated and industrialized areas.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Shandong Peninsula watershed, which drains into the Bohai Sea. This semi-enclosed sea supports diverse marine life and is an important fishing ground. The region faces challenges from industrial and agricultural runoff, making effective wastewater treatment essential for maintaining water quality and ecosystem health.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Changle County, Weifang City, Shandong Province, China.
The plant serves a population equivalent of 90,000 people.
The treated effluent flows into the Shandong Peninsula watershed, which ultimately drains into the Bohai Sea.
The plant operates under China's national wastewater discharge standards (GB 18918-2002), which set effluent limits for pollutants based on the receiving water's sensitivity.
For a medium-sized agglomeration in China, secondary biological treatment with nutrient removal is typically required to meet Class 1-A or 1-B standards, depending on the discharge location.
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