Overview
Roskow wastewater treatment plant serves approximately 30,000 people in Ketzin/Havel, Brandenburg, Germany. It operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive, ensuring compliance with secondary treatment standards.
The Roskow wastewater treatment plant is located in the Zachow district of Ketzin/Havel, in the Havelland region of Brandenburg, Germany. It serves a population of approximately 30,124, placing it in the medium agglomeration category under EU regulations. As a German facility, the plant operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which mandates secondary treatment for agglomerations of this size. The plant's treatment processes are designed to meet the stringent effluent quality standards required for inland waters, protecting the local aquatic environment. The treated wastewater from Roskow is discharged into the Havel River system, which flows through Brandenburg and eventually joins the Elbe River before reaching the North Sea. The Havel is an important ecological corridor, supporting diverse aquatic life and providing habitat for migratory fish species.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Havel River, a tributary of the Elbe, which flows into the North Sea. The Havel watershed supports diverse aquatic ecosystems, including wetlands and floodplain forests, and is an important migratory route for fish. The plant's treatment helps maintain water quality in this sensitive river system.
Frequently asked questions
The Roskow wastewater treatment plant is located in the Zachow district of Ketzin/Havel, in the Havelland region of Brandenburg, Germany.
The plant serves approximately 30,124 people, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration under EU regulations.
The treated wastewater is discharged into the Havel River, which flows through Brandenburg and joins the Elbe River before reaching 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 to protect inland waters.
Plants of this scale in Germany typically employ secondary biological treatment, often with nutrient removal, to meet the stringent standards of the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive and national regulations.
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