Overview
Zhejiang wastewater treatment plant serves Wuxing District, Huzhou, Zhejiang, China, with a population equivalent of 13,100. It has a designed capacity of 1.00 (unit unspecified) and is located inland, discharging into local water bodies.
The Zhejiang wastewater treatment plant is located in Daochang Township, Wuxing District, Huzhou City, Zhejiang Province, China. It serves a population equivalent of 13,100, classifying it as a small to medium agglomeration under Chinese wastewater regulations. As a plant in China, it is subject to national discharge standards under the Environmental Protection Law and the Water Pollution Prevention and Control Law. For agglomerations of this scale, secondary treatment is typically required, with potential for advanced treatment if the receiving water body is sensitive. Regulatory compliance is expected. The plant discharges treated wastewater into local rivers or streams that eventually flow into the Taihu Lake basin, a major freshwater lake in the Yangtze River Delta. The downstream environment supports diverse aquatic life and is important for regional water supply and agriculture. Protecting this watershed is critical for maintaining water quality in the densely populated and economically vital region.
Environmental context
The plant's treated effluent enters local waterways within the Taihu Lake basin, a large freshwater lake system in the Yangtze River Delta. Taihu Lake is ecologically sensitive, supporting fisheries and providing drinking water for millions. Downstream, the lake connects to the Yangtze River via the Suzhou Creek and other channels, ultimately reaching the East China Sea. The region faces challenges from nutrient pollution, making effective wastewater treatment essential for preventing eutrophication and protecting aquatic habitats.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Daochang Township, Wuxing District, Huzhou City, Zhejiang Province, China.
The plant serves a population equivalent of 13,100, classifying it as a small to medium agglomeration.
The plant discharges treated effluent into local waterways within the Taihu Lake basin, which eventually flows to the East China Sea.
The plant operates under China's Water Pollution Prevention and Control Law and national discharge standards, which require secondary treatment for agglomerations of this scale.
For agglomerations of this size, secondary treatment is standard, with potential for advanced treatment if the receiving water body is designated as sensitive.
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