Overview
Shanxi wastewater treatment plant serves Xiangyuan County, Shanxi, China, with a population of 38,000. It operates under national wastewater regulations for inland facilities.
The Shanxi wastewater treatment plant is located in Houbao Town, Xiangyuan County, Changzhi City, Shanxi Province, China. It serves a population of approximately 38,000 people, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration under Chinese wastewater management standards. As a plant in China, it is subject to the national Discharge Standard of Pollutants for Municipal Wastewater Treatment Plant (GB 18918-2002), which sets effluent limits based on the receiving water body's sensitivity. For inland plants like this, secondary treatment with nutrient removal is typically required to protect freshwater resources. The plant discharges treated effluent into local waterways that ultimately drain into the Yellow River basin, a major river system in northern China. The surrounding region is characterized by coal mining and industrial activity, making effective wastewater treatment critical for protecting downstream water quality and aquatic ecosystems.
Environmental context
The plant's treated effluent flows into tributaries of the Yellow River, which is the second-longest river in China and a vital water source for agriculture, industry, and drinking water. The downstream environment includes ecologically sensitive areas that support diverse aquatic life and migratory birds. Proper treatment is essential to prevent eutrophication and contamination from industrial pollutants common in Shanxi Province.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Houbao Town, Xiangyuan County, Changzhi City, Shanxi Province, China.
The plant serves approximately 38,000 people, making it a medium-sized municipal wastewater treatment facility.
The plant discharges into local waterways that are part of the Yellow River basin, helping to protect the water quality of this major river system.
The plant operates under China's national standard GB 18918-2002, which mandates secondary treatment and nutrient removal for inland facilities to protect freshwater resources.
For medium-sized agglomerations in China, secondary biological treatment with nutrient removal is standard, often using activated sludge processes to meet Class 1A or 1B effluent standards.
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