Overview
Sichuan wastewater treatment plant serves Cangxi County in Sichuan, China, with a population of 64,500. The plant discharges into local waterways within the Yangtze River basin.
The Sichuan wastewater treatment plant is located in Cangxi County, Guangyuan City, Sichuan Province, China. It serves a population of approximately 64,500, making it a medium-sized municipal facility in the region. The plant is situated along Binjiang Road, near the Jialing River, a tributary of the Yangtze River. The plant operates under China's national wastewater discharge standards, which require secondary treatment for urban wastewater. For a facility serving over 60,000 people, compliance with Class 1-A or 1-B standards is typical, ensuring effective removal of organic matter and nutrients before discharge. The treated effluent is released into the Jialing River, which flows into the Yangtze River, ultimately reaching the East China Sea. The plant plays a crucial role in protecting the local aquatic ecosystem and downstream water quality in the Yangtze basin, which supports diverse aquatic life and provides water for millions of people.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Jialing River, a major tributary of the Yangtze River. The Yangtze basin is one of the world's most biodiverse freshwater ecosystems, supporting numerous fish species and migratory birds. Effective wastewater treatment is critical to prevent eutrophication and protect downstream water quality in the East China Sea.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located on Binjiang Road in Cangxi County, Guangyuan City, Sichuan Province, China.
The plant serves a population of approximately 64,500 people in Cangxi County and surrounding areas.
The treated effluent is discharged into the Jialing River, a tributary of the Yangtze River, which flows to the East China Sea.
Under China's Discharge Standard of Pollutants for Municipal Wastewater Treatment Plants (GB 18918-2002), plants serving over 60,000 people typically require secondary treatment and must meet Class 1-A or 1-B standards to protect receiving waters.
The plant operates under China's national wastewater discharge standards and local environmental protection regulations. It is subject to monitoring by the Sichuan Provincial Department of Ecology and Environment to ensure compliance with effluent limits.
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