Overview
Shanghai wastewater treatment plant serves 76,000 people in Jinshan District, China. It operates under national environmental regulations for municipal wastewater management.
The Shanghai wastewater treatment plant is located in Jinshanwei Town, Jinshan District, China, serving a population of 76,000. As part of China's municipal wastewater infrastructure, the plant plays a key role in managing domestic sewage from this suburban area of Shanghai. China's wastewater treatment standards are governed by the Discharge Standard of Pollutants for Municipal Wastewater Treatment Plant (GB 18918-2002), which sets effluent limits based on receiving water sensitivity. For a plant serving approximately 76,000 people, secondary treatment with nutrient removal is typically required to meet Class 1A or 1B standards, depending on the environmental sensitivity of the discharge location. The plant's treated effluent likely discharges into local waterways that drain into the East China Sea via the Huangpu River or coastal waters. The region's dense population and industrial activity make effective wastewater treatment critical for protecting downstream aquatic ecosystems and coastal water quality.
Environmental context
The plant is located in Jinshan District, part of Shanghai's coastal plain, and its treated effluent ultimately drains into the East China Sea. The receiving waters support diverse aquatic life and are important for local fisheries and aquaculture. Effective nutrient removal is essential to prevent eutrophication in the coastal zone, which is already under pressure from urban runoff and industrial discharges.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Jinshanwei Town, Jinshan District, Shanghai, China.
The plant serves approximately 76,000 people in the Jinshan District area.
The treated effluent is discharged into local waterways that ultimately drain into the East China Sea, likely via the Huangpu River or nearby coastal channels.
The plant must comply with China's GB 18918-2002 discharge standard, which sets limits for pollutants like COD, BOD, ammonia, and phosphorus based on the receiving water's sensitivity.
For a plant of this scale, secondary treatment with biological nutrient removal is typical, aiming to meet Class 1A or 1B standards to protect downstream water quality.
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