Overview
Bad Liebenwerda wastewater treatment plant serves the town of Bad Liebenwerda in Brandenburg, Germany, with a population equivalent of 9,370. The plant operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive.
The Bad Liebenwerda wastewater treatment plant is located in the town of Bad Liebenwerda, in the Elbe-Elster district of Brandenburg, Germany. The plant serves a population of approximately 9,370, classifying it as a small to medium agglomeration under EU regulations. Under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), agglomerations of this size are generally required to provide secondary treatment or equivalent. The regulatory framework ensures appropriate standards are met. The treated effluent is discharged into the local water system, which ultimately drains into the Elbe River basin. The Elbe River flows through Germany and into the North Sea, supporting diverse aquatic ecosystems and serving as an important waterway for the region.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Elbe River basin, which flows through Germany and into the North Sea. The Elbe supports diverse aquatic life and is an important migratory corridor for fish species. The surrounding region is characterized by agricultural land and small settlements, with the plant playing a key role in protecting local water quality.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Bad Liebenwerda, in the Elbe-Elster district of Brandenburg, Germany.
The plant serves a population equivalent of 9,370 people.
The treated effluent is discharged into the local water system, which flows into the Elbe River basin and eventually reaches the North Sea.
The plant operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which requires secondary treatment for agglomerations of this size.
In Germany, plants of this scale typically provide secondary treatment, often with nutrient removal to meet EU standards for sensitive areas.
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