Jossgrund _ Burgjoss Wastewater Treatment Plant, Burgjoß, Hessen

Jossgrund _ Burgjoss is a wastewater treatment plant located in Burgjoß, part of the Jossgrund municipality in the Main-Kinzig district of Hessen, Germany. The plant serves a population of around 4,890 people, classifying it as a small agglomeration under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC). As a German facility, the plant operates under the national implementation of the EU UWWTD, which requires secondary treatment for agglomerations of this size. It is expected to meet the directive's standards for biological treatment and nutrient removal where necessary. The plant discharges treated wastewater into the local watershed, which ultimately drains into the Main River via the Jossa stream. The Main River flows into the Rhine, one of Europe's major waterways, supporting diverse aquatic life and serving as an important ecological corridor. The region's water quality is managed through the EU Water Framework Directive, ensuring protection of downstream ecosystems.

The plant's treated effluent enters the Jossa stream, a tributary of the Main River, which flows into the Rhine. The Rhine basin is a vital European waterway supporting diverse fish species and migratory birds. The region's forests and agricultural areas contribute to nutrient runoff, making effective wastewater treatment important for maintaining water quality in the Main and Rhine rivers.