Overview
Eilenburg wastewater treatment plant serves approximately 44,200 people in Saxony, Germany. It operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive, which mandates secondary treatment for agglomerations of this size.
The Eilenburg wastewater treatment plant is located in the town of Eilenburg, in the state of Saxony, Germany. It serves a population of around 44,200, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration under European Union regulations. The plant is situated near the Mulde River, which flows through the region and ultimately drains into the Elbe River. As a German facility, the plant operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which requires secondary treatment for agglomerations with a population equivalent between 10,000 and 150,000. For larger agglomerations in sensitive areas, tertiary treatment may be required. The plant's treatment processes are designed to meet these standards, ensuring compliance with national and EU water quality regulations. The treated effluent is discharged into the Mulde River, a tributary of the Elbe. The Elbe River flows through Germany and into the North Sea, supporting diverse aquatic ecosystems and serving as an important migratory corridor for fish species. The plant plays a key role in protecting water quality in the Mulde and Elbe basins, contributing to the ecological health of the region.
Environmental context
The Eilenburg plant discharges into the Mulde River, a tributary of the Elbe River. The Elbe flows through Germany and into the North Sea, supporting diverse aquatic life and serving as an important migratory corridor for fish. The watershed is ecologically sensitive, with the Elbe estuary providing critical habitat for birds and fish species. Effective wastewater treatment is essential to maintain water quality and protect downstream ecosystems.
Frequently asked questions
The Eilenburg wastewater treatment plant is located in Eilenburg, Saxony, Germany, near the Mulde River.
The plant serves approximately 44,200 people, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration under EU regulations.
Treated wastewater from the Eilenburg plant is discharged into the Mulde River, which flows into the Elbe River 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. German national regulations implement this directive.
Under the EU UWWTD, plants serving between 10,000 and 150,000 population equivalent are required to have secondary treatment. In sensitive areas, tertiary treatment may be mandated to reduce nutrients.
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