Overview
KA oeBERHERRN is a municipal wastewater treatment plant serving Überherrn, Saarland, Germany. It handles wastewater for approximately 16,850 people under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive.
KA oeBERHERRN is a municipal wastewater treatment plant located in Überherrn, in the Saarland region of Germany. The plant serves a population of approximately 16,850 people, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration under EU regulations. It is situated inland, away from coastal areas, and its operations are part of the regional wastewater infrastructure managed by local authorities. As a German plant, KA oeBERHERRN 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 more advanced treatment if the plant discharges into sensitive areas. The plant is expected to meet these regulatory standards to protect local water quality. The plant's treated effluent is discharged into local water bodies that eventually drain into the Saar River, a tributary of the Moselle, which flows into the Rhine. This river system supports diverse aquatic life and is an important ecological corridor in western Germany. The plant plays a key role in maintaining water quality in this watershed.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the local watershed, which drains into the Saar River, a major tributary of the Moselle River. The Moselle flows into the Rhine, one of Europe's most important rivers, supporting a rich ecosystem and providing drinking water for millions. The Saarland region is characterized by forested hills and industrial areas, and the plant helps protect downstream aquatic habitats from nutrient pollution and organic contaminants.
Frequently asked questions
KA oeBERHERRN is located in Überherrn, in the Saarland region of Germany, near the border with France.
The plant serves approximately 16,850 people, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration under EU regulations.
The plant discharges treated effluent into local water bodies that flow into the Saar River, a tributary of the Moselle and ultimately the Rhine.
As a German plant, it operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which requires secondary treatment for agglomerations of this size.
Under the EU UWWTD, plants serving between 10,000 and 100,000 people typically require secondary treatment, with tertiary treatment if discharging into sensitive areas.
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