Overview
Parchim wastewater treatment plant serves approximately 18,225 people in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Germany. It operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive, which mandates secondary treatment for agglomerations of this scale.
The Parchim wastewater treatment plant is located in the town of Parchim, in the Ludwigslust-Parchim district of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Germany. Serving a population of around 18,225, it is classified as a medium-sized agglomeration under European 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 discharges into freshwater bodies from agglomerations of this size. The plant's treatment process and capacity are managed to meet these standards, ensuring compliance with national water quality goals. The treated effluent is discharged into the local watershed, which drains into the Elde River, a tributary of the Elbe. The Elbe flows into the North Sea, making the plant's operations important for the ecological health of both the Elde and the broader Elbe basin, which supports diverse aquatic life and migratory fish species.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Elde River, which flows into the Elbe River and ultimately reaches the North Sea. The Elbe basin is an ecologically sensitive region that supports diverse aquatic habitats and serves as a migratory corridor for fish species such as salmon and eel. Proper treatment is essential to maintain water quality and protect downstream ecosystems.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located at Am Badstaven 22, Parchim, in the Ludwigslust-Parchim district of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Germany.
The plant serves approximately 18,225 people, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration under EU regulations.
Treated effluent is discharged into the local watershed, which drains into the Elde River, a tributary of the Elbe River that flows into the North Sea.
The plant operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which requires secondary treatment for agglomerations of this size discharging into freshwater.
Under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive, plants serving 10,000 to 150,000 people must provide secondary treatment, with tertiary treatment required if discharging into sensitive areas.
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