Overview
Arnsberg wastewater treatment plant serves approximately 20,587 people in Arnsberg, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany. It operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive.
The Arnsberg wastewater treatment plant is located in the Niedereimer district of Arnsberg, in the Hochsauerlandkreis region of Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany. It serves a population of around 20,587, 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 treatment processes and capacity are managed to meet these standards, ensuring compliance with national and EU water quality goals. The plant discharges treated wastewater into local water bodies that eventually drain into the Ruhr River, a tributary of the Rhine. This river system supports diverse aquatic life and is important for regional ecology and water supply.
Environmental context
The plant's treated effluent flows into the Ruhr River catchment, which ultimately drains into the Rhine River and then the North Sea. The Ruhr is a key water source for the region, supporting aquatic ecosystems and recreational use. The plant's operations help protect water quality in this densely populated and industrialized area.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located at Sauerlandstraße in the Niedereimer district of Arnsberg, Hochsauerlandkreis, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany.
The plant serves approximately 20,587 people, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration under EU regulations.
The plant discharges treated effluent into local water bodies that drain into the Ruhr River, a tributary of the Rhine, which flows to the North Sea.
The plant operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive 91/271/EEC, which mandates secondary treatment for agglomerations of this size, and is enforced by German national authorities.
Under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive, plants serving 10,000 to 100,000 people typically require secondary treatment, with tertiary treatment in sensitive areas. German plants often implement advanced nutrient removal to meet strict water quality standards.
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