Overview
Regensburg wastewater treatment plant serves approximately 245,000 people in Bavaria, Germany. The facility operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive, ensuring compliance with stringent discharge standards.
The Regensburg wastewater treatment plant is a major municipal facility located in Regensburg, Bavaria, Germany. Serving a population of around 245,000, it is classified as a large agglomeration under EU regulations, requiring advanced treatment to protect sensitive water bodies. As a large-scale plant, it is expected to provide at least secondary treatment, with tertiary treatment likely given the sensitivity of the receiving environment. The plant's operations are governed by the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which mandates rigorous standards for nutrient removal and effluent quality. The treated effluent is discharged into the Danube River, which flows through Regensburg and continues southeast to the Black Sea. This discharge must meet strict limits to safeguard the river's ecological health, supporting diverse aquatic life and downstream ecosystems.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Danube River, a major European waterway that flows through Regensburg and ultimately reaches the Black Sea. The Danube supports a rich diversity of fish and invertebrate species and serves as a critical migratory corridor for aquatic life. Protecting water quality in this river is essential for maintaining regional biodiversity and downstream ecosystems.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Regensburg, Bavaria, Germany, at Am Kreuzhof 2, 93055 Regensburg.
The plant serves approximately 245,100 people, classifying it as a large agglomeration under EU regulations.
Treated wastewater is discharged into the Danube River, which flows through Regensburg and continues to the Black Sea.
The plant operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which sets standards for collection, treatment, and discharge for agglomerations of this size.
For large agglomerations in Germany, secondary treatment is mandatory, and tertiary treatment (nutrient removal) is often required to protect sensitive water bodies like the Danube.
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