Overview
Kronweiler wastewater treatment plant serves the municipality of Kronweiler in Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany. It treats wastewater for a population of approximately 4,779 under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive.
The Kronweiler wastewater treatment plant is located in the municipality of Kronweiler, within the Birkenfeld district of Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany. It serves a population of about 4,779, classifying it as a small agglomeration under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC). The plant is situated inland, away from coastal areas, and its operations are integrated into the regional water management infrastructure. As a German treatment facility serving fewer than 10,000 people, the plant is subject to the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive, which requires appropriate treatment based on the sensitivity of receiving waters. For small agglomerations, secondary treatment is typically mandated, though specific treatment levels may vary depending on local conditions. The plant's capacity and treatment processes are managed to meet national and EU standards for effluent quality. The treated wastewater from Kronweiler is discharged into local watercourses that are part of the Nahe River basin, which ultimately flows into the Rhine River. The Rhine is a major European waterway that drains into the North Sea. The plant plays a key role in protecting the water quality of these rivers and the downstream environment, supporting aquatic life and ecosystem health.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Nahe River basin, a tributary of the Rhine River, which flows through Germany and the Netherlands before reaching the North Sea. The Rhine supports diverse aquatic ecosystems and is an important migratory corridor for fish. The plant's treatment helps maintain water quality in this ecologically sensitive river system, reducing nutrient and pollutant loads that could impact downstream habitats.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in the municipality of Kronweiler, in the Birkenfeld district of Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany.
The plant serves approximately 4,779 people, classifying it as a small agglomeration under EU regulations.
The treated wastewater is discharged into local watercourses within the Nahe River basin, which flows into the Rhine River and eventually the North Sea.
As a German facility, the plant operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which sets treatment standards based on population size and receiving water sensitivity.
For small agglomerations under 10,000 people, secondary treatment is typically required, though specific requirements depend on the sensitivity of the receiving water body.
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