Overview
The Zhejiang wastewater treatment plant serves 16,000 people in Shicheng Town, Huzhou City, Zhejiang Province, China. It has a designed capacity of 1.00 unit and operates under Chinese national wastewater regulations.
The Zhejiang wastewater treatment plant is located in Shicheng Town, Nanxun District, Huzhou City, Zhejiang Province, China. It serves a population of 16,000, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration under Chinese wastewater management standards. The plant's designed capacity is 1.00 unit, indicating its scale relative to the local population. As a facility in China, the plant operates under the national wastewater discharge standards (GB 18918-2002) and local environmental protection regulations. For agglomerations of this size, secondary treatment is typically required, with potential nutrient removal in sensitive areas. It is expected to comply with applicable discharge limits. The plant discharges treated wastewater into local water bodies that eventually flow into the Yangtze River Delta region, a densely populated and ecologically important area. The receiving waters support diverse aquatic life and are used for irrigation, fisheries, and industrial purposes. Proper treatment is essential to protect downstream ecosystems and water quality in the Taihu Lake basin.
Environmental context
The plant's treated effluent likely enters local rivers and canals that drain into the Taihu Lake basin, a major freshwater lake in the Yangtze River Delta. Taihu Lake is ecologically sensitive, supporting diverse aquatic species and serving as a critical water source for surrounding communities. Downstream, waters flow through the Yangtze River system to the East China Sea. Nutrient loading from wastewater can contribute to algal blooms, making effective treatment crucial for maintaining water quality and ecological balance.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Shicheng Town, Nanxun District, Huzhou City, Zhejiang Province, China.
The plant serves a population of 16,000 people.
The plant discharges treated wastewater into local water bodies that eventually drain into the Taihu Lake basin and the Yangtze River system, ultimately reaching the East China Sea.
The plant operates under China's national wastewater discharge standards (GB 18918-2002) and local environmental protection regulations, which set limits on pollutants like COD, ammonia, and phosphorus.
For agglomerations of this size, secondary biological treatment is typically required, often including activated sludge processes. In sensitive areas like the Taihu Lake basin, additional nutrient removal may be mandated to prevent eutrophication.
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