TP 982 of Ylitornion kk - Advanced Wastewater Treatment in Ylitornio, Finland

TP 982 of Ylitornion kk is an advanced wastewater treatment facility located in Ylitornio, within the Lappi region of Finland. The plant serves a population of 4,300, operating under Finland's stringent environmental regulations. As part of the Finnish wastewater infrastructure, it ensures high-quality treatment for this northern community. The plant employs advanced treatment processes, which go beyond secondary treatment to remove nutrients and other pollutants. This level of treatment is typical for plants in sensitive areas under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which Finland implements rigorously. The plant's discharge volume is 704.76 cubic meters, reflecting its role in managing local wastewater. The treated effluent is released into the local watershed, which ultimately drains into the Gulf of Bothnia via the Tornio River system. This river supports diverse aquatic life and is an important migratory corridor for fish species. The advanced treatment helps protect the downstream environment from nutrient pollution, maintaining water quality in this ecologically sensitive region.

The plant discharges into the Tornio River basin, which flows into the Gulf of Bothnia, part of the Baltic Sea. This watershed supports diverse aquatic ecosystems and is a critical habitat for migratory fish like salmon. Advanced treatment at the plant reduces nutrient loading, helping to prevent eutrophication in the Baltic Sea, a major environmental concern for the region.