Rotenburg a d Fulda _ Braach, Braach

Overview

Rotenburg a d Fulda _ Braach wastewater treatment plant serves approximately 34,000 people in Braach, Hessen, Germany. It operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive.

The Rotenburg a d Fulda _ Braach wastewater treatment plant is located in the Braach district of Rotenburg an der Fulda, in the state of Hessen, Germany. The facility serves a population of approximately 34,000, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration under EU regulations. As a German plant, it operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which mandates secondary treatment for agglomerations of this size. The directive also requires tertiary treatment if the receiving waters are designated as sensitive areas. It is expected to meet the regulatory standards for its population tier. The plant discharges treated wastewater into the Fulda River, a tributary of the Weser River, which flows into the North Sea. The Fulda River supports diverse aquatic life and is an important waterway for the region. The plant's operations help protect the river's water quality and downstream ecosystems.

Environmental context

The plant discharges into the Fulda River, which flows northward to join the Weser River and ultimately drains into the North Sea. The Fulda River is a key water body in central Germany, supporting aquatic biodiversity and providing habitat for fish species. The plant's treatment processes help maintain the river's ecological health by reducing nutrient loads and pollutants.

Frequently asked questions

The plant is located at 22 Baumbacher Straße in Braach, a district of Rotenburg an der Fulda, in the state of Hessen, Germany.

The plant serves approximately 34,000 people, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration under EU regulations.

The plant discharges treated wastewater into the Fulda River, which flows into the Weser River and eventually reaches the North Sea.

Under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), plants serving over 10,000 people must provide secondary treatment. For sensitive areas, tertiary treatment is required. The Rotenburg a d Fulda _ Braach plant, serving 34,000 people, is subject to these standards.

In Germany, plants serving populations between 10,000 and 100,000 typically provide at least secondary treatment, with many also incorporating nutrient removal to meet EU standards for sensitive water bodies.