Overview
Neuburg_Donau wastewater treatment plant serves Neuburg an der Donau, Germany, treating wastewater for approximately 34,603 residents. The facility operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive.
The Neuburg_Donau wastewater treatment plant is located in Neuburg an der Donau, Bavaria, Germany. It serves a population of approximately 34,603 people, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration under EU regulations. The plant is situated near the Danube River, which plays a key role in the region's water management. 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 adequate treatment before discharge. The treated effluent is discharged into the Danube River, which flows through multiple countries before reaching the Black Sea. The Danube is a major European waterway supporting diverse aquatic ecosystems. The plant's operations help protect water quality in the Danube basin, contributing to the ecological health of downstream environments.
Environmental context
The Neuburg_Donau plant discharges into the Danube River, which flows eastward through Central and Eastern Europe before emptying into the Black Sea. The Danube basin is a critical ecological corridor, supporting numerous fish species and migratory birds. The plant's treatment helps maintain water quality in this internationally important river system, reducing nutrient loads that could otherwise contribute to eutrophication in the Black Sea.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Neuburg an der Donau, in the state of Bavaria, Germany. Its address is 13, Nördliche Grünauer Straße, in the Gewerbegebiet Nördliche Grünauer Straße area.
The plant serves approximately 34,603 people, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration under EU wastewater treatment regulations.
The treated wastewater is discharged into the Danube River, which flows through multiple countries before reaching the Black Sea.
Under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), plants serving agglomerations of this size (over 10,000 population equivalent) must provide at least secondary treatment. If the receiving waters are sensitive, tertiary treatment may be required.
The Danube River is a major European waterway and an important ecological corridor. The plant's discharge must meet strict standards to protect aquatic life and prevent nutrient pollution that could affect the Black Sea ecosystem.
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