Overview
The Glehn wastewater treatment plant serves Korschenbroich, Germany, treating wastewater for approximately 28,095 people. It operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive.
The Glehn wastewater treatment plant is located in Korschenbroich, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany, serving a population of approximately 28,095. As a medium-sized agglomeration, it plays a key role in managing municipal wastewater in the region. Under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), plants serving populations between 10,000 and 150,000 are required to provide secondary treatment, with tertiary treatment mandated if the receiving waters are sensitive. It is expected to meet these standards. The treated effluent from the plant is discharged into local water bodies that ultimately drain into the Rhine River basin. The Rhine is a major European waterway supporting diverse aquatic life and providing drinking water for millions. Proper treatment helps protect this vital ecosystem from nutrient pollution and other contaminants.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the local watershed, which is part of the Rhine River basin. The Rhine flows through Germany and the Netherlands before reaching the North Sea. This basin supports diverse aquatic life and is a critical migratory corridor for fish. Effective wastewater treatment is essential to prevent eutrophication and maintain water quality in this ecologically sensitive region.
Frequently asked questions
The Glehn wastewater treatment plant is located in Korschenbroich, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany, near the district of Glehn.
The plant serves approximately 28,095 people, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration under EU regulations.
The treated effluent is discharged into local water bodies that are part of the Rhine River basin, ultimately flowing into the North Sea.
As a plant serving over 10,000 people, it is required to provide at least secondary treatment under the EU UWWTD. If the receiving waters are sensitive, tertiary treatment may be mandated.
In Germany, plants of this scale typically employ secondary biological treatment, often with nutrient removal, to meet stringent EU and national water quality standards.
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