Overview
Havelberg wastewater treatment plant serves the town of Havelberg in Saxony-Anhalt, Germany. The facility treats wastewater from approximately 7,261 residents before discharging into the local water system.
The Havelberg wastewater treatment plant is located in the town of Havelberg, in the state of Saxony-Anhalt, Germany. It serves a population of approximately 7,261 people, classifying it as a small to medium agglomeration under German and EU regulations. The plant is situated inland, away from coastal areas, and its operations are integrated into the regional water management infrastructure. As a German wastewater facility, the plant operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which requires secondary treatment for agglomerations of this size. The directive also mandates appropriate treatment to protect the receiving water bodies. The plant is expected to meet national standards for biological treatment and nutrient removal, particularly if discharging into sensitive areas. The treated effluent from the Havelberg plant is discharged into the Havel River, a tributary of the Elbe River. The Havel River flows through the region, supporting diverse aquatic life and providing water for agriculture and recreation. The Elbe ultimately drains into the North Sea, making the plant's performance important for downstream water quality in the Elbe basin and the marine environment.
Environmental context
The Havelberg plant discharges into the Havel River, which flows into the Elbe River and eventually reaches the North Sea. The Havel River supports a variety of fish species and provides habitat for waterfowl and other wildlife. The Elbe estuary is an ecologically sensitive area that serves as a migratory corridor for birds and a nursery for fish. Proper treatment at Havelberg helps reduce nutrient loads and pollutants that could affect these downstream ecosystems.
Frequently asked questions
The Havelberg wastewater treatment plant is located at 98 Wilsnacker Straße, Havelberg, in the state of Saxony-Anhalt, Germany.
The Havelberg plant serves approximately 7,261 residents, classifying it as a small to medium agglomeration under EU regulations.
The treated wastewater from the Havelberg plant is discharged into the Havel River, a tributary of the Elbe River, which flows to the North Sea.
As a German facility, the Havelberg plant operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which requires secondary treatment for agglomerations of this size to protect water quality.
For plants serving approximately 7,000 people in Germany, secondary treatment with biological processes is standard, often including nutrient removal to meet EU and national standards, especially if discharging into sensitive water bodies.
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