Overview
Rossdorf _ Gundernhausen wastewater treatment plant serves the town of Gundernhausen, Hessen, Germany, with a population equivalent of 15,500. It operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive.
The Rossdorf _ Gundernhausen wastewater treatment plant is located in Gundernhausen, a district of Roßdorf in the Landkreis Darmstadt-Dieburg, Hessen, Germany. The plant serves a population equivalent of 15,500, placing it in the medium agglomeration category under EU regulations. As a German plant, it operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive 91/271/EEC, which requires secondary treatment for agglomerations of this size. The directive also mandates tertiary treatment if the receiving waters are designated as sensitive areas. The regulatory framework ensures compliance with national standards. The treated effluent is discharged into local water bodies that eventually drain into the Rhine River basin. The Rhine is a major European waterway supporting diverse aquatic life and providing drinking water for millions. The plant's operations contribute to protecting the ecological health of the Rhine catchment area.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the local watershed, which is part of the Rhine River basin. The Rhine flows through Germany and the Netherlands before reaching the North Sea. This basin supports a variety of aquatic species and is an important migratory corridor for fish. Protecting water quality in this region is critical for maintaining biodiversity and ensuring safe water resources downstream.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Gundernhausen, a district of Roßdorf in the Landkreis Darmstadt-Dieburg, Hessen, Germany.
The plant serves a population equivalent of 15,500, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration under EU regulations.
The treated effluent is discharged into local water bodies that are part of the Rhine River basin, eventually reaching the North Sea.
The plant operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive 91/271/EEC, which mandates secondary treatment for agglomerations of this size and tertiary treatment in sensitive areas.
Under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive, plants serving over 10,000 people are required to have at least secondary treatment. In Germany, many such plants also employ tertiary treatment to meet stringent water quality standards.
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