Overview
The Shanxi wastewater treatment plant serves the suburban area of Yangquan, China, with a population equivalent of 510,000. It operates under China's national wastewater discharge standards.
The Shanxi wastewater treatment plant is located in the suburbs of Yangquan, in Shanxi Province, China. It serves a population of approximately 510,000 people, making it a large-scale municipal facility. The plant is situated in an inland region, away from the coast, and its operations are critical for managing the wastewater of the surrounding urban and industrial areas. As a large agglomeration, the plant is expected to meet China's national discharge standards, which require secondary treatment as a minimum for such scales. Its population served indicates a significant treatment demand. The treated effluent is discharged into local water bodies that eventually flow into the Yellow River basin, a major river system in northern China. The plant plays a vital role in protecting the water quality of the region's rivers and downstream ecosystems, including agricultural and urban water supplies. Its operation helps reduce pollution loads and supports the ecological health of the watershed.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into local streams that are part of the Yellow River basin, one of China's most important river systems. The Yellow River flows through arid and semi-arid regions, where water quality is critical for agriculture, industry, and domestic use. The downstream environment includes sensitive aquatic habitats and supports diverse species. Effective wastewater treatment is essential to prevent eutrophication and maintain the river's ecological balance.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in the suburbs of Yangquan, in Shanxi Province, China, near the intersection of Taonan East Street and the Xiawudu community.
The plant serves approximately 510,000 people, classifying it as a large-scale municipal wastewater treatment facility.
The treated effluent is discharged into local water bodies that are part of the Yellow River basin, ultimately flowing into the Yellow River.
The plant operates under China's national wastewater discharge standards, which mandate secondary treatment for large agglomerations and set limits on pollutants to protect water quality.
For a plant of this scale, Chinese regulations typically require at least secondary treatment, often with nutrient removal to meet stringent discharge standards, especially in sensitive watersheds.
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