Overview
Tahrir Sewage Treatment Plant is an operational facility in Egypt, serving the local population.
Tahrir Sewage Treatment Plant is an operational wastewater facility located in Egypt, serving the local community. The plant is part of Egypt's municipal wastewater infrastructure, which is managed by the national water authority. As an operational plant, it contributes to the sanitation and environmental health of the area. The plant operates under Egypt's regulatory framework for wastewater treatment. Egyptian standards require treatment to meet national discharge limits, which align with World Health Organization guidelines. The plant likely provides secondary treatment or equivalent, as is typical for municipal plants in the region. The plant's discharge ultimately enters the Nile River basin, which is the primary water source for Egypt. The Nile supports agriculture, drinking water, and ecosystems downstream, including the Nile Delta and the Mediterranean Sea. Proper treatment at this plant helps protect water quality and public health in this critical watershed.
Environmental context
The plant is located in the Nile River basin, which drains into the Mediterranean Sea via the Nile Delta. The Nile is vital for Egypt's water supply and supports diverse aquatic life and agricultural activities. Downstream, the delta and coastal waters are ecologically sensitive, requiring effective wastewater treatment to prevent nutrient pollution and protect fisheries.
Frequently asked questions
Tahrir Sewage Treatment Plant is located in Egypt, with approximate coordinates 30.549116 N, 30.798706 E.
The plant is currently operational, actively treating wastewater from the local area.
The treated wastewater is discharged into the Nile River basin, which flows through Egypt and eventually reaches the Mediterranean Sea.
The plant operates under Egyptian national wastewater regulations, which set discharge standards to protect water quality in the Nile River and downstream environments.
Most municipal plants in Egypt provide secondary treatment, including biological processes, to meet national standards for organic matter and pathogen removal.
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