Overview
Shanxi wastewater treatment plant serves Jincheng, Shanxi, China, with a population equivalent of 210,000. It operates under China's national wastewater discharge standards.
The Shanxi wastewater treatment plant is located in Jincheng, Shanxi Province, China, serving a population of approximately 210,000. The facility is situated in the southeastern part of the province, an area characterized by a temperate continental climate and significant coal mining activity. As a large agglomeration serving over 150,000 people, the plant is expected to meet China's Discharge Standard of Pollutants for Municipal Wastewater Treatment Plant (GB 18918-2002), which mandates secondary treatment with nutrient removal for sensitive water bodies. Regulatory compliance requires robust infrastructure for such population scale. The treated effluent likely discharges into a tributary of the Yellow River basin, as Jincheng lies within the Yellow River watershed. The downstream environment includes agricultural areas and the Yellow River itself, which is ecologically significant for northern China. Proper treatment helps protect water quality in this region, which faces challenges from industrial and agricultural runoff.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into a tributary of the Yellow River basin, which ultimately flows into the Bohai Sea. The Yellow River is a critical water source for northern China, supporting agriculture, industry, and ecosystems. Downstream areas include wetlands and riverine habitats that depend on adequate water quality. The region's semi-arid climate makes water resources particularly sensitive to pollution, emphasizing the need for effective wastewater treatment.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Jincheng, Shanxi Province, China, at coordinates 35.621 N, 112.901 E.
The plant serves approximately 210,000 people, classifying it as a large agglomeration under Chinese regulations.
The treated effluent likely discharges into a tributary of the Yellow River basin, which flows to the Bohai Sea.
The plant must comply with China's GB 18918-2002 standard, which requires secondary treatment and nutrient removal for sensitive areas.
For large agglomerations in China, typical treatment includes secondary biological processes (e. g. , activated sludge) with nutrient removal to meet discharge standards.
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