Overview
Robel wastewater treatment plant serves the town of Röbel/Müritz in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Germany, treating wastewater for approximately 7,726 residents.
The Robel wastewater treatment plant is located in Röbel/Müritz, a town in the Mecklenburgische Seenplatte district of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Germany. It serves a population of about 7,726 people, classifying it as a small to medium agglomeration under German and EU regulations. As a German plant of this scale, it operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which requires secondary treatment for discharges into freshwater. The plant's treatment processes are designed to meet national standards set by the German Water Resources Act (Wasserhaushaltsgesetz) and relevant state regulations. The plant discharges treated effluent into the local watershed, which drains into the Müritz lake system, part of the Mecklenburg Lake District. This region is ecologically sensitive, supporting diverse aquatic life and serving as an important habitat for migratory birds. The water ultimately flows via the Havel River to the Elbe and into the North Sea.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Müritz lake system, the largest lake in the Mecklenburg Lake District. This watershed drains via the Havel River to the Elbe and eventually the North Sea. The region is ecologically sensitive, supporting diverse aquatic life and serving as an important migratory corridor for birds. Protecting water quality in this area is critical for maintaining the ecological balance of the lake district.
Frequently asked questions
The Robel wastewater treatment plant is located in Röbel/Müritz, in the Mecklenburgische Seenplatte district of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Germany.
The plant serves approximately 7,726 residents, classifying it as a small to medium agglomeration under EU regulations.
The plant discharges treated effluent into the local watershed, which drains into the Müritz lake system, part of the Mecklenburg Lake District.
As a German plant, it operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC) and the German Water Resources Act, which mandate secondary treatment for freshwater discharges.
For agglomerations of this size, German regulations typically require secondary treatment to reduce organic matter and suspended solids, with possible nutrient removal if discharging into sensitive areas.
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