Overview
Shanxi wastewater treatment plant serves Jiexiu, Jinzhong, Shanxi, China, with a population of 113,300. It operates under China's national wastewater standards for medium-sized agglomerations.
The Shanxi wastewater treatment plant is located in Chenguan Township, Jiexiu, within Jinzhong City, Shanxi Province, China. It serves a population of approximately 113,300, classifying it as a medium-to-large agglomeration under Chinese municipal wastewater management frameworks. As a facility in China, the plant is subject to the Discharge Standard of Pollutants for Municipal Wastewater Treatment Plants (GB 18918-2002), which sets effluent limits based on receiving water sensitivity. For plants of this scale, secondary treatment with nutrient removal is typically required, especially if discharging into sensitive water bodies. The plant's design and operation align with national policies aimed at reducing water pollution in the Yellow River basin. The plant's treated effluent likely discharges into a local watercourse that eventually flows into the Yellow River, a major river system in northern China. The Yellow River basin supports extensive agriculture and provides water for millions of people, making effective wastewater treatment critical for protecting downstream water quality and aquatic ecosystems.
Environmental context
The plant is situated in the Yellow River basin, one of China's most important water systems. The Yellow River flows through arid and semi-arid regions, where water quality is vital for irrigation, drinking water, and ecological health. Downstream, the river reaches the Bohai Sea, a semi-enclosed sea with significant marine biodiversity. Effective treatment helps reduce nutrient and pollutant loads that could cause eutrophication and harm aquatic life in the river and coastal waters.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Chenguan Township, Jiexiu, within Jinzhong City, Shanxi Province, China.
The plant serves approximately 113,300 people, classifying it as a medium-to-large agglomeration.
The plant discharges into local watercourses that flow into the Yellow River, ultimately reaching the Bohai Sea.
The plant operates under China's GB 18918-2002 standard, which sets discharge limits for municipal wastewater. For plants of this scale, secondary treatment with nutrient removal is typically required to protect sensitive water bodies.
Plants of this size in China generally employ secondary biological treatment, often with additional nutrient removal, to meet national effluent standards and protect downstream water quality.
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