Overview
Shanxi wastewater treatment plant serves 51,200 people in Changzhi, Shanxi Province, China. The facility discharges into local waterways within the Yellow River basin.
The Shanxi wastewater treatment plant is located in Licheng County, Changzhi City, Shanxi Province, China. It serves a population of approximately 51,200, placing it in the medium agglomeration category for Chinese wastewater infrastructure. The facility is situated inland, away from coastal areas, and operates within the broader Yellow River drainage basin. As a Chinese municipal treatment plant, it is subject to national discharge standards under the Environmental Protection Law and the Water Pollution Prevention and Control Law. For plants serving around 50,000 people, secondary treatment with nutrient removal is typically required to meet Class 1A or 1B standards, depending on the receiving water body's sensitivity. The plant's treatment process and capacity details are not publicly available, but regulatory compliance is expected. The treated effluent from the plant ultimately flows into the Yellow River system, which is ecologically significant as it supports agriculture, industry, and aquatic life across northern China. The Yellow River basin faces challenges such as water scarcity and pollution, making effective wastewater treatment crucial for downstream water quality and ecosystem health.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into local streams that feed into the Yellow River basin, one of China's most important water systems. The Yellow River flows through arid and semi-arid regions, supporting irrigation, drinking water, and biodiversity. Downstream, the river reaches the Bohai Sea, a semi-enclosed sea with sensitive marine ecosystems. Effective treatment is vital to prevent eutrophication and protect aquatic habitats in this water-stressed region.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Licheng County, Changzhi City, Shanxi Province, China, along G309 road.
The plant serves approximately 51,200 people, classifying it as a medium-sized municipal treatment facility.
Treated effluent is discharged into local waterways that ultimately drain into the Yellow River basin, which flows to the Bohai Sea.
The plant operates under China's Water Pollution Prevention and Control Law and national discharge standards, which require secondary treatment with nutrient removal for plants of this scale.
For medium agglomerations, Chinese standards typically mandate secondary biological treatment with nitrogen and phosphorus removal to meet Class 1A or 1B effluent limits, depending on the receiving water body.
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