Overview
The Shanxi wastewater treatment plant serves 66,500 people in Qixian, Jinzhong, Shanxi Province, China. It operates under China's national wastewater discharge standards.
The Shanxi wastewater treatment plant is located in the Danfengcheng District of Qixian, within Jinzhong City, Shanxi Province, China. It serves a population of approximately 66,500, placing it in the medium-sized agglomeration category for the region. As a Chinese municipal wastewater facility, the plant is subject to the Discharge Standard of Pollutants for Municipal Wastewater Treatment Plant (GB 18918-2002), which sets effluent limits for conventional pollutants, nutrients, and heavy metals. For plants serving populations of this scale, secondary treatment with nutrient removal is typically required, especially in environmentally sensitive areas. The plant's treated effluent likely discharges into a local watercourse that flows through the Fen River basin, ultimately reaching the Yellow River. The Fen River is a major tributary of the Yellow River and supports agricultural irrigation and aquatic ecosystems in Shanxi Province. Proper treatment is essential to protect downstream water quality and ecological health.
Environmental context
The plant is situated in the Fen River basin, a sub-basin of the Yellow River system. The Fen River flows through Shanxi Province and is a key water source for agriculture and industry. Downstream, the Yellow River supports diverse aquatic life and provides water for millions of people. Effective wastewater treatment helps prevent eutrophication and contamination in this ecologically important river network.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in the Danfengcheng District of Qixian, within Jinzhong City, Shanxi Province, China.
The plant serves approximately 66,500 people, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration.
The treated effluent likely discharges into a local watercourse that flows into the Fen River, a major tributary of the Yellow River.
The plant operates under China's Discharge Standard of Pollutants for Municipal Wastewater Treatment Plant (GB 18918-2002), which sets effluent limits for pollutants.
For medium-sized agglomerations in China, secondary treatment with nutrient removal is typically required to meet national discharge standards.
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