Overview
Sichuan wastewater treatment plant serves Guang'an, Sichuan, China, with a population of 72,000. The plant operates under China's national wastewater standards.
The Sichuan wastewater treatment plant is located in Guang'an, Sichuan Province, China, serving a population of approximately 72,000. It is situated in the urban area of Linshui County, contributing to the region's sanitation infrastructure. China's wastewater treatment regulations require secondary treatment for urban plants of this scale. The plant likely follows the Discharge Standard of Pollutants for Municipal Wastewater Treatment Plant (GB 18918-2002), which sets limits for organic matter, nutrients, and pathogens. Typical plants in this region employ activated sludge or similar biological methods. The treated effluent is discharged into local water bodies that eventually flow into the Yangtze River basin. The plant plays a key role in protecting downstream aquatic ecosystems and supporting water quality in the densely populated Sichuan region.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into local streams that are part of the Yangtze River basin, one of China's most important watersheds. The downstream environment supports diverse aquatic life and provides water for agriculture and industry. Protecting this watershed is critical for maintaining ecological balance and water security in the region.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Linshui County, Guang'an, Sichuan Province, China, at coordinates 30.317 N, 106.917 E.
The plant serves approximately 72,000 people in the Guang'an area.
The treated effluent is discharged into local water bodies that are part of the Yangtze River basin.
The plant operates under China's Discharge Standard of Pollutants for Municipal Wastewater Treatment Plant (GB 18918-2002), which sets effluent limits for secondary treatment.
Plants of this scale in China typically use secondary biological treatment processes such as activated sludge, with nutrient removal in sensitive areas.
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