Overview
TP 953 of Viitasaaren kt is an advanced wastewater treatment plant in Viitasaari, Keski-Suomi, Finland, serving 5,200 people. It discharges 852.26 cubic meters of treated wastewater and is located within 10 km of the coast.
TP 953 of Viitasaaren kt is an advanced wastewater treatment facility located in Mustaniemi, Viitasaari, within the Keski-Suomi region of Finland. The plant serves a population of approximately 5,200 residents and discharges 852.26 cubic meters of treated wastewater. Its coastal location places it within 10 km of the Baltic Sea, making it part of Finland's extensive network of municipal wastewater infrastructure. As an advanced treatment plant, TP 953 employs processes that go beyond secondary treatment to remove nutrients and other pollutants. This level of treatment is typical for plants in Finland, especially those discharging into sensitive water bodies like the Baltic Sea. The plant operates under Finland's implementation of the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which requires advanced treatment for agglomerations over 10,000 population equivalent in sensitive areas. Although the plant serves a smaller population, its advanced treatment reflects local environmental priorities. The treated effluent from TP 953 ultimately reaches the Baltic Sea, a brackish water body with significant ecological sensitivity. The Baltic Sea faces challenges from eutrophication, and advanced nutrient removal at plants like this one helps reduce nitrogen and phosphorus loads. The plant's coastal proximity underscores its role in protecting the marine environment and supporting Finland's commitments to Baltic Sea protection.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Baltic Sea via local waterways in the Keski-Suomi region. The Baltic Sea is a semi-enclosed brackish sea with limited water exchange, making it highly susceptible to nutrient pollution and eutrophication. Advanced treatment at this plant helps mitigate the input of nitrogen and phosphorus, supporting the ecological health of coastal waters and marine habitats.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Mustaniemi, Viitasaari, in the Keski-Suomi region of Finland.
The plant serves approximately 5,200 residents in the Viitasaari area.
The plant discharges treated effluent into local waterways that flow to the Baltic Sea, which is within 10 km of the facility.
The plant provides advanced treatment, which includes nutrient removal beyond secondary treatment, helping to reduce eutrophication in the Baltic Sea.
The plant operates under Finland's implementation of the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which sets standards for treatment based on population served and receiving water sensitivity.
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