Overview
Yunnan wastewater treatment plant serves Ludian County in Yunnan Province, China, with a population of 35,000. The plant discharges treated effluent into local waterways, supporting the region's water quality management.
The Yunnan wastewater treatment plant is located in Ludian County, Zhaotong City, Yunnan Province, China. It serves a population of approximately 35,000 people, making it a medium-sized facility within the region's municipal infrastructure. The plant is situated along Zhaolu Avenue, providing essential sanitation services to the local community. As a facility in China, the plant operates under the national wastewater discharge standards set by the Ministry of Ecology and Environment. For a population of 35,000, secondary treatment is typically required to meet the Class 1A or 1B discharge standards under the GB 18918-2002 regulation. It is expected to comply with these national standards. The treated effluent from the plant is discharged into local rivers that eventually flow into the Yangtze River basin. This downstream water body supports diverse aquatic life and provides water for agricultural and industrial use. The plant plays a key role in protecting the water quality of the region's freshwater resources.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into local waterways that are part of the Yangtze River basin, one of China's most important river systems. The receiving waters support a variety of aquatic species and are used for irrigation and drinking water downstream. The plant's operation helps reduce nutrient and pollutant loads, protecting the ecological health of the basin.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located on Zhaolu Avenue in Ludian County, Zhaotong City, Yunnan Province, China.
The plant serves approximately 35,000 people in the Ludian County area.
The treated effluent is discharged into local rivers that are part of the Yangtze River basin, eventually flowing into the Yangtze River.
The plant must comply with China's national discharge standards (GB 18918-2002), which require secondary treatment and nutrient removal for facilities of this size.
For a population of 35,000, Chinese regulations typically mandate secondary biological treatment with nutrient removal to meet Class 1A or 1B standards.
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