Overview
Zhejiang wastewater treatment plant serves Changxing County in Zhejiang Province, China, with a designed capacity of 1.00 (unit unspecified) and a population served of 21,000. It is located within 50 km of the coast, discharging into the local waters
The Zhejiang wastewater treatment plant is located in Taihu Street, Changxing County, Huzhou City, Zhejiang Province, China. It serves a population of approximately 21,000 people, with a designed capacity of 1.00 (unit unspecified). The plant is situated within 50 km of the coast, indicating its proximity to coastal waters. As a municipal wastewater facility in China, the plant operates under the national regulatory framework, which includes the Water Pollution Prevention and Control Law and discharge standards such as GB 18918-2002. For a plant serving a population of 21,000, secondary treatment is typically required, with potential for advanced treatment if discharging into sensitive water bodies. The plant's treated effluent likely discharges into the local river system, which ultimately flows into Taihu Lake or the East China Sea. The region is ecologically significant, supporting diverse aquatic life and serving as an important water resource for agriculture and industry. Proper treatment helps protect downstream water quality and ecosystem health.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the local watershed, which is part of the Taihu Lake basin. Taihu Lake is a large freshwater lake in the Yangtze River Delta, providing water supply, irrigation, and fisheries. The lake has faced eutrophication challenges due to nutrient pollution. Downstream, the lake drains into the Yangtze River and eventually the East China Sea. The plant's location within 50 km of the coast means its effluent could influence coastal water quality, supporting marine biodiversity and fisheries.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Taihu Street, Changxing County, Huzhou City, Zhejiang Province, China.
The plant serves a population of approximately 21,000 people.
The treated effluent is discharged into the local river system, which flows into Taihu Lake and eventually the East China Sea.
The plant operates under China's Water Pollution Prevention and Control Law and national discharge standards like GB 18918-2002, which mandate secondary treatment for plants of this scale.
For a plant serving 21,000 people, secondary treatment is standard, often involving biological processes like activated sludge. If discharging into sensitive areas, tertiary treatment may be required to reduce nutrients.
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