Overview
Tianjin wastewater treatment plant serves 140,000 people in Beichen District, Tianjin, China. It operates under national environmental regulations for municipal wastewater.
The Tianjin wastewater treatment plant is located in Beichen District, a suburban area of the municipality of Tianjin, China. Serving a population of approximately 140,000, it is a medium-to-large agglomeration facility within the region's urban wastewater infrastructure. As a Chinese municipal plant, it is subject to the national Discharge Standard of Pollutants for Municipal Wastewater Treatment Plant (GB 18918-2002), which sets effluent limits for conventional pollutants and nutrients. Plants of this scale are typically required to achieve at least secondary treatment, with tertiary treatment increasingly common in sensitive watersheds. The plant's treated effluent is discharged into the local water system, which ultimately drains into the Hai River basin and then to the Bohai Sea. The Hai River system supports diverse aquatic life and is an important water resource for northern China. Proper treatment is critical to protect downstream ecosystems and coastal water quality.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Hai River basin, which flows through Tianjin and empties into the Bohai Sea. This coastal sea is ecologically sensitive, supporting fisheries and marine biodiversity. The watershed faces pressures from urbanization and industrial activity, making effective wastewater treatment essential for maintaining water quality and ecosystem health.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Beichen District, Tianjin, China, specifically in Yixingfu Town.
The plant serves approximately 140,000 people, classifying it as a medium-to-large agglomeration facility.
The treated effluent is discharged into the local water system, which flows into the Hai River basin and ultimately reaches the Bohai Sea.
The plant operates under China's national standard GB 18918-2002, which sets discharge limits for pollutants. Plants of this scale typically require secondary treatment at minimum.
The Hai River basin drains into the Bohai Sea, a coastal ecosystem that supports fisheries and marine life. Proper treatment helps protect this sensitive environment from nutrient pollution and contaminants.
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