Overview
Zhejiang wastewater treatment plant serves Changxing County, Zhejiang, China, with a designed capacity of 1.00 and a population equivalent of 62,000. It is located within 50 km of the coast, discharging into the local watershed.
The Zhejiang wastewater treatment plant is located in Changxing County, Huzhou City, Zhejiang Province, China, serving a population equivalent of approximately 62,000. The facility is situated near the coast, within 50 km of the East China Sea, and plays a key role in managing municipal wastewater for the region. The plant operates under China's national wastewater discharge standards, which require secondary treatment for urban wastewater. The treated effluent is discharged into the local water system, which ultimately drains into the East China Sea. This coastal discharge necessitates compliance with stringent nutrient and pollutant limits to protect marine ecosystems. The plant's location in a densely populated area of Zhejiang underscores its importance in safeguarding downstream water quality and supporting regional environmental health.
Environmental context
The plant's discharge flows into the Taihu Lake basin, a major freshwater system that drains into the Yangtze River estuary and ultimately the East China Sea. This watershed supports diverse aquatic life and is ecologically sensitive due to nutrient loading from agricultural and urban runoff. The coastal proximity means treated effluent must meet strict standards to prevent eutrophication and protect marine habitats.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Changxing County, Huzhou City, Zhejiang Province, China, near the coast of the East China Sea.
The plant serves a population equivalent of approximately 62,000 people.
Treated effluent is discharged into the local water system, which flows into the Taihu Lake basin and eventually reaches the East China Sea.
The plant operates under China's national wastewater discharge standards, which mandate secondary treatment for urban wastewater and set limits on pollutants to protect receiving waters.
For a population of this size, secondary treatment (e.g., activated sludge) is standard, often with nutrient removal to meet discharge standards for sensitive coastal areas.
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