KA Drakenburg Wastewater Treatment Plant, Drakenburg, Niedersachsen

KA Drakenburg is a municipal wastewater treatment plant located in Drakenburg, within the Samtgemeinde Heemsen, Landkreis Nienburg/Weser, Niedersachsen, Germany. The plant serves a population of approximately 16,366, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration under EU regulations. As a German facility, the plant is subject to the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive 91/271/EEC, which requires secondary treatment for agglomerations of this size. The plant's discharge is regulated under the German Water Resources Act (WHG) and state-level permits, ensuring compliance with effluent standards. The treated effluent from KA Drakenburg is discharged into the Weser River basin, which flows northward through Niedersachsen and into the North Sea. The Weser supports diverse aquatic life and is an important ecological corridor in the region.

KA Drakenburg discharges into the Weser River basin, which drains into the North Sea. The Weser is a major river in northern Germany, supporting diverse aquatic ecosystems and serving as a migratory route for fish species. The surrounding area is characterized by agricultural land and small settlements, making the plant's nutrient removal important for downstream water quality.