Overview
Altomunster wastewater treatment plant serves the town of Altomünster in Bavaria, Germany, treating wastewater for approximately 11,200 residents. The plant operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive.
The Altomunster wastewater treatment plant is located in Unterzeitlbach, near Altomünster, in the district of Dachau, Bavaria, Germany. It serves a population of around 11,200 people, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration under EU regulations. As a German plant, it operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which requires secondary treatment for agglomerations of this size. The plant's treated effluent likely discharges into local watercourses that drain into the Danube River basin, eventually reaching the Black Sea. This regional drainage system supports diverse aquatic life and is important for water quality in the Danube watershed.
Environmental context
The plant is situated in the Danube River basin, with treated wastewater likely flowing into the Ilm or Paar rivers, tributaries of the Danube. The Danube is a major European waterway that supports diverse ecosystems and provides drinking water for millions. The plant's discharge contributes to the nutrient load in the river system, making effective treatment crucial for downstream water quality and ecological health.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located at 1, St 2047, Unterzeitlbach, Altomünster, in the district of Dachau, Bavaria, Germany.
The plant serves approximately 11,200 people, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration under EU regulations.
The treated effluent likely discharges into local streams that flow into the Danube River basin, eventually reaching the Black Sea.
As a German plant, it operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which sets treatment standards based on population size and receiving water sensitivity.
Under the EU directive, plants serving between 10,000 and 100,000 population equivalents typically require secondary treatment (biological treatment) as a minimum.
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