Brand Erbisdorf_StMichaelis, Brand-Erbisdorf

Overview

Brand Erbisdorf_StMichaelis wastewater treatment plant serves approximately 13,700 people in Brand-Erbisdorf, Saxony, Germany. It operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive.

Brand Erbisdorf_StMichaelis is a wastewater treatment plant located in Brand-Erbisdorf, Saxony, Germany. It serves a population of approximately 13,700, classifying it as a medium agglomeration under EU regulations. The plant is situated inland, away from coastal areas, and its operations are integral to local water management. 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 size. The directive also requires appropriate treatment to protect receiving waters, with potential for tertiary treatment in sensitive areas. The plant's design and operational standards align with these regulatory requirements. The treated effluent from the plant is discharged into local water bodies that ultimately drain into the North Sea via the Elbe River system. The plant plays a key role in protecting the water quality of the region's streams and rivers, supporting aquatic life and downstream ecosystems.

Environmental context

The plant discharges into the local watershed, which is part of the Elbe River basin. The Elbe flows through Germany and into the North Sea, supporting diverse aquatic habitats. The region's water bodies are ecologically sensitive, requiring effective treatment to prevent nutrient enrichment and protect biodiversity.

Frequently asked questions

The plant is located in Brand-Erbisdorf, Saxony, Germany, at Rittergut Linda, Mittelweg.

The plant serves approximately 13,700 people, classifying it as a medium agglomeration under EU standards.

Treated effluent is discharged into local water bodies that are part of the Elbe River basin, ultimately flowing into the North Sea.

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.

For medium agglomerations in Germany, secondary treatment is standard, with tertiary treatment applied in sensitive areas to meet EU water quality objectives.