Overview
Rechlin wastewater treatment plant in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Germany, serves a population of 2,370 with advanced treatment. It discharges 417.61 cubic meters per day and has a designed capacity of 5,000 cubic meters per day.
The Rechlin wastewater treatment plant is located in the town of Rechlin, within the Mecklenburgische Seenplatte district of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Germany. It serves a population of approximately 2,370 and operates with advanced treatment, ensuring high-quality effluent before discharge. The plant has a designed capacity of 5,000 cubic meters per day and currently discharges 417.61 cubic meters per day. As a German facility, it operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which mandates advanced treatment for sensitive areas. The plant's advanced treatment level aligns with the requirements for protecting the region's lakes and rivers. The treated effluent is discharged into local water bodies that ultimately drain into the Baltic Sea. The region is characterized by numerous lakes and a sensitive aquatic ecosystem. The plant plays a key role in maintaining water quality in the Mecklenburg Lake District, supporting biodiversity and recreational use of the waterways.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the local watershed of the Mecklenburg Lake District, a network of interconnected lakes and rivers that drain into the Baltic Sea via the Warnow or Peene rivers. This region supports diverse aquatic life and is an important area for migratory birds. The advanced treatment helps protect the sensitive freshwater ecosystems from nutrient pollution.
Frequently asked questions
The Rechlin wastewater treatment plant is located in Rechlin, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Germany, near the Müritz National Park region.
The plant serves a population of approximately 2,370 people.
The Rechlin plant provides advanced treatment, which includes nutrient removal to protect sensitive water bodies.
As a German plant serving a small agglomeration, it is subject to the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which requires appropriate treatment based on the sensitivity of the receiving waters. Advanced treatment is typical for plants discharging into sensitive areas like the Mecklenburg Lake District.
The plant has a designed capacity of 5,000 cubic meters per day, with a current discharge volume of 417.61 cubic meters per day.
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