4530042003 KA Cloppenburg Wastewater Treatment Plant, Cloppenburg, Niedersachsen

4530042003 KA Cloppenburg is a municipal wastewater treatment plant located in Cloppenburg, Niedersachsen, Germany. The plant serves a population of approximately 187,200, classifying it as a large agglomeration under EU regulations. It is situated in the Soestetal area near the Galgenmoor district. As a large agglomeration in Germany, the plant is required to meet stringent treatment standards under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC). This directive mandates secondary treatment as a minimum, with tertiary treatment required for sensitive areas. The plant's treatment processes are designed to comply with these regulations, ensuring effective pollutant removal before discharge. The treated effluent is discharged into local water bodies that ultimately drain into the North Sea via the Ems River system. The plant plays a crucial role in protecting the region's water quality, supporting aquatic ecosystems, and maintaining the ecological balance of the downstream environment.

The plant discharges into the Soestetal area, which is part of the Ems River basin. The Ems River flows northward through Niedersachsen and into the North Sea, a sensitive marine environment. The region supports diverse aquatic life, including fish species such as salmon and trout, and the plant's treatment helps prevent nutrient pollution that could lead to eutrophication in the North Sea.