Overview
Juterbog wastewater treatment plant serves the city of Jüterbog in Brandenburg, Germany, with a population of approximately 18,445. The facility operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive.
The Juterbog wastewater treatment plant is located in Jüterbog, a town in the Teltow-Fläming district of Brandenburg, Germany. The plant serves a population of about 18,445, classifying it as a medium agglomeration under European Union regulations. Its location near the Bürgermühle area places it within the regional water management infrastructure. As a German facility, the plant is subject to the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which requires secondary treatment for agglomerations of this size. The directive also mandates more advanced treatment if the receiving waters are designated as sensitive areas. The plant's compliance with national and EU standards ensures appropriate treatment for its population tier. The plant discharges treated wastewater into local water bodies that ultimately drain into the Elbe River basin. The Elbe flows through Germany and into the North Sea, supporting diverse aquatic ecosystems. The plant plays a key role in protecting downstream water quality and the ecological health of the region's rivers and wetlands.
Environmental context
The Juterbog plant discharges into the local watershed, which is part of the Elbe River basin. The Elbe flows northward through Germany, eventually reaching the North Sea. This river system supports diverse aquatic life and is an important migratory corridor for fish species. The plant's operations help maintain water quality in the region's streams and rivers, which are ecologically sensitive and used for recreation and agriculture.
Frequently asked questions
The Juterbog wastewater treatment plant is located in Jüterbog, a town in the Teltow-Fläming district of Brandenburg, Germany. Its address is Bürgermühle, Jüterbog, Brandenburg.
The Juterbog plant serves a population of approximately 18,445 people, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration under EU regulations.
The plant discharges treated wastewater into local water bodies that are part of the Elbe River basin. The Elbe River flows through Germany and into the North Sea.
As a German facility, the Juterbog plant operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which requires secondary treatment for agglomerations of this size and potentially tertiary treatment in sensitive areas.
Under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive, plants serving 18,000 people (medium agglomeration) are typically required to provide secondary treatment. In sensitive areas, additional nutrient removal may be mandated.
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