Overview
Shanxi wastewater treatment plant serves 132,000 people in Bailong Town, Huozhou, Shanxi, China. It operates under China's national wastewater standards for medium-to-large agglomerations.
Shanxi wastewater treatment plant is located in Bailong Town, Huozhou, Linfen, Shanxi Province, China. It serves a population of approximately 132,000, placing it in the medium-to-large agglomeration category under Chinese wastewater regulations. As a plant serving over 100,000 people, it is expected to meet China's Discharge Standard of Pollutants for Municipal Wastewater Treatment Plants (GB 18918-2002), which typically requires secondary treatment with nutrient removal for sensitive water bodies. The plant's design and operation are subject to national and provincial environmental oversight. The treated effluent likely discharges into a local watercourse within the Yellow River basin, as Shanxi Province is part of this major watershed. The plant plays a key role in protecting downstream water quality and supporting regional water resource management in a semi-arid climate.
Environmental context
The plant is located inland in Shanxi Province, within the Yellow River basin. The Yellow River is China's second-longest river and a critical water source for agriculture and industry in northern China. Downstream ecosystems include wetlands and riverine habitats that support diverse aquatic life. The plant's discharge contributes to maintaining water quality in a region facing water scarcity and pollution pressures.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Bailong Town, Huozhou, Linfen, Shanxi Province, China.
The plant serves approximately 132,000 people, classifying it as a medium-to-large agglomeration.
The treated effluent is discharged into a local watercourse within the Yellow River basin, likely a tributary of the Yellow River.
The plant operates under China's national wastewater standards, specifically GB 18918-2002, which sets discharge limits for pollutants. Plants serving over 100,000 people typically require secondary treatment with nutrient removal.
For agglomerations of this size, Chinese regulations generally mandate secondary biological treatment with nitrogen and phosphorus removal to meet Class 1A or 1B discharge standards, depending on the receiving water body's sensitivity.
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