Overview
Neuruppin wastewater treatment plant serves approximately 30,772 people in Brandenburg, Germany. The facility operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive, which mandates secondary treatment for agglomerations of this scale.
The Neuruppin wastewater treatment plant is located in the city of Neuruppin, in the Ostprignitz-Ruppin district of Brandenburg, Germany. It serves a population of approximately 30,772, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration under EU regulations. As a German facility, the plant operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive 91/271/EEC, which requires secondary treatment for agglomerations between 10,000 and 150,000 population equivalent. The plant's treatment processes and capacity are designed to meet these standards, ensuring compliance with national and European water quality requirements. The treated effluent is discharged into local water bodies that flow into the Rhin River system, which ultimately drains into the Elbe River and the North Sea. The plant plays a key role in protecting the region's aquatic ecosystems and maintaining water quality in the Elbe basin.
Environmental context
The Neuruppin plant discharges into the local watershed, which is part of the Rhin River system, a tributary of the Elbe River. The Elbe flows through northern Germany into the North Sea, supporting diverse aquatic life and important migratory fish species. The region's wetlands and floodplains provide critical habitat for birds and amphibians, making effective wastewater treatment essential for maintaining ecological balance.
Frequently asked questions
The Neuruppin wastewater treatment plant is located in the city of Neuruppin, in the Ostprignitz-Ruppin district of Brandenburg, Germany.
The plant serves approximately 30,772 people, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration under EU regulations.
The treated effluent is discharged into local water bodies that are part of the Rhin River system, which flows into the Elbe River and ultimately the North Sea.
As a German facility, the plant operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive 91/271/EEC, which requires secondary treatment for agglomerations of this size.
Under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive, plants serving between 10,000 and 150,000 population equivalent are required to provide secondary treatment, which typically involves biological processes to remove organic matter and nutrients.
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