Overview
Bissingen wastewater treatment plant serves the Bavarian town of Bissingen, Germany, with a population equivalent of 35,814. The facility operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive, ensuring compliance with secondary treatment standa
The Bissingen wastewater treatment plant is located in the town of Bissingen, in the district of Dillingen an der Donau, Bavaria, Germany. It serves a population equivalent of 35,814, 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 mandates secondary treatment for agglomerations of this scale. The plant's treatment processes are designed to meet national standards set by the German Water Resources Act (WHG) and the Wastewater Ordinance (AbwV). The treated effluent is discharged into the local water system, which ultimately drains into the Danube River basin. The Danube is a major European waterway that flows into the Black Sea, supporting diverse aquatic ecosystems and providing water for agriculture and industry along its course.
Environmental context
The plant's discharge contributes to the Danube River basin, one of Europe's most significant watersheds. The Danube flows through multiple countries before reaching the Black Sea, supporting a wide range of aquatic life and migratory fish species. The plant's operations help protect downstream water quality in this ecologically sensitive river system.
Frequently asked questions
The Bissingen wastewater treatment plant is located in the town of Bissingen, in the district of Dillingen an der Donau, Bavaria, Germany.
The plant serves a population equivalent of 35,814, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration under EU regulations.
The treated effluent is discharged into the local water system, which ultimately drains into the Danube River basin.
The plant operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which mandates secondary treatment for agglomerations of this scale. National implementation is through the German Water Resources Act (WHG) and the Wastewater Ordinance (AbwV).
For agglomerations of this size, the EU UWWTD requires secondary treatment as a minimum. Many German plants also incorporate tertiary treatment for nutrient removal, especially in sensitive areas.
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