Overview
Mainburg wastewater treatment plant serves the town of Mainburg in Bavaria, Germany. It treats wastewater from a population of approximately 19,091 under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive.
The Mainburg wastewater treatment plant is located in the town of Mainburg in the district of Kelheim, Bavaria, Germany. It serves a population of about 19,091, placing it in the medium agglomeration category under European regulations. As a German plant of this scale, it operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which requires secondary treatment for discharges into freshwater. The plant's treatment processes are designed to meet national standards set by the German Waste Water Ordinance (AbwV), ensuring compliance with effluent quality parameters. The treated effluent is discharged into the local water system, which ultimately drains into the Danube River basin via the Abens River. The Danube flows into the Black Sea, making this plant part of a large international watershed. Proper treatment helps protect downstream aquatic ecosystems and water quality.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Abens River, a tributary of the Danube, which flows into the Black Sea. This watershed supports diverse aquatic life and is an important ecological corridor. The plant's operations help maintain water quality in the Danube basin, which is subject to international water protection agreements.
Frequently asked questions
The Mainburg wastewater treatment plant is located in Mainburg, in the district of Kelheim, Bavaria, Germany.
The plant serves a population of approximately 19,091 people.
The treated effluent is discharged into the Abens River, a tributary of the Danube River, which ultimately flows into the Black Sea.
The plant operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC) and the German Waste Water Ordinance (AbwV), which set standards for treatment and discharge.
Plants of this scale in Germany are typically required to provide secondary treatment, and may include nutrient removal if discharging into sensitive areas.
Nearby plants