Overview
Zhejiang wastewater treatment plant serves 320,000 people in Taizhou, Zhejiang Province, China. The facility operates under China's national wastewater standards for large agglomerations.
The Zhejiang wastewater treatment plant is located in Zhang'an Street, Taizhou City, Zhejiang Province, China. Serving a population of 320,000, it is classified as a large-scale municipal facility under Chinese regulations. China's wastewater treatment standards require secondary treatment for urban plants serving populations over 100,000, with advanced treatment in sensitive watersheds. The plant's designed capacity is 1.00 (likely in cubic meters per day or similar unit), indicating a substantial infrastructure investment. The plant discharges into local waterways that drain into the East China Sea. The region's coastal environment supports diverse marine life and is important for fisheries. Proper treatment helps protect downstream water quality and aquatic ecosystems.
Environmental context
The plant is located within 50 km of the coast, with its treated effluent likely flowing into rivers that empty into the East China Sea. This coastal watershed supports important fisheries and marine biodiversity. Effective wastewater treatment is critical to prevent nutrient pollution and protect the sensitive coastal ecosystem.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Zhang'an Street, Taizhou City, Zhejiang Province, China.
The plant serves approximately 320,000 people, classifying it as a large agglomeration under Chinese regulations.
The plant discharges treated effluent into local rivers that flow toward the East China Sea, following China's discharge standards for coastal waters.
The plant operates under China's national wastewater discharge standards (GB 18918-2002) and local environmental protection regulations, which mandate secondary or advanced treatment for large urban plants.
For large agglomerations over 100,000 people, Chinese regulations typically require at least secondary treatment, with advanced treatment in environmentally sensitive areas or for water reuse.
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