Overview
Grafenwiesen wastewater treatment plant serves the community of Thürnhofen in Bavaria, Germany, with a population equivalent of 2,080. It operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive.
The Grafenwiesen wastewater treatment plant is located in Thürnhofen, a district of Grafenwiesen in the Bavarian county of Cham, Germany. This facility serves a population equivalent of 2,080, placing it in the small agglomeration category under European Union regulations. As a German plant serving fewer than 10,000 people, it is subject to the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which requires appropriate treatment based on the sensitivity of the receiving waters. For small agglomerations in non-sensitive areas, secondary treatment or an equivalent process is typically mandated. It operates within Germany's robust regulatory framework. The treated effluent from the plant is discharged into local watercourses that ultimately drain into the Danube River basin, which flows into the Black Sea. The plant plays a key role in protecting the region's aquatic ecosystems and groundwater quality.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into small streams that feed into the Regen River, a tributary of the Danube. The Danube flows eastward through several countries before reaching the Black Sea. The watershed supports diverse aquatic life, including fish species such as barbel and nase, and is part of a region known for its forested landscapes and agricultural activity. Proper wastewater treatment is essential to prevent nutrient enrichment and maintain water quality in this ecologically sensitive area.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Thürnhofen, a district of Grafenwiesen in the county of Cham, Bavaria, Germany.
The plant serves a population equivalent of 2,080, classifying it as a small agglomeration under EU regulations.
Treated effluent is discharged into local streams that flow into the Regen River, a tributary of the Danube, which ultimately reaches the Black Sea.
As a German plant, it operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC) and national German water laws, which mandate appropriate treatment levels based on receiving water sensitivity.
For small agglomerations in non-sensitive areas, secondary treatment (biological treatment) is typically required. In sensitive areas, additional nutrient removal may be mandated.
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