Overview
Notzingen wastewater treatment plant serves approximately 4,100 residents in Baden-Württemberg, Germany. The facility operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive, ensuring proper treatment for its community.
The Notzingen wastewater treatment plant is located in the town of Notzingen, within the Esslingen district of Baden-Württemberg, Germany. It serves a population of around 4,100 people, classifying it as a small agglomeration under EU regulations. 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 plant's treatment processes are designed to meet national standards set by the German Water Resources Act (WHG) and the Wastewater Ordinance (AbwV). The treated effluent is discharged into a local water body that eventually drains into the Neckar River basin, a major tributary of the Rhine. The Rhine flows through several countries before reaching the North Sea, making the plant's performance important for downstream water quality and ecosystem health.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into a small stream that flows into the Neckar River, a key tributary of the Rhine. The Rhine basin supports diverse aquatic life and is an important migratory corridor for fish. The Neckar itself flows through densely populated and industrial areas, so nutrient and pollutant removal at upstream plants like Notzingen helps reduce the overall load on the river system and the North Sea.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Notzingen, a town in the Esslingen district of Baden-Württemberg, Germany.
The plant serves approximately 4,100 residents, classifying it as a small agglomeration under EU regulations.
The treated effluent is discharged into a local water body that flows into the Neckar River, a major tributary of the Rhine, which ultimately reaches the North Sea.
The plant operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which mandates secondary treatment for agglomerations of this size. National implementation is through the German Water Resources Act and Wastewater Ordinance.
For small agglomerations in Germany, secondary treatment is typically required to meet EU standards. This involves biological treatment to reduce organic matter and suspended solids.
Nearby plants