Overview
Rothenbach_Pegnitz wastewater treatment plant serves Schwaig bei Nürnberg, Germany, treating wastewater for approximately 19,367 people in the Bavarian region.
The Rothenbach_Pegnitz wastewater treatment plant is located in Schwaig bei Nürnberg, in the state of Bavaria, Germany. It serves a population of around 19,367 residents, placing it in the medium agglomeration category under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (UWWTD). The plant is situated near the Pegnitz River, which flows through the Nuremberg metropolitan area. As a German facility, the plant operates under the EU UWWTD, which requires secondary treatment for agglomerations of this size. The plant is expected to meet the directive's standards for biological treatment and nutrient removal where applicable. The plant is likely managed by the local municipality or a regional water authority. The treated effluent is discharged into the Pegnitz River, a tributary of the Regnitz River, which eventually flows into the Main River and then the Rhine River. The Rhine basin is a major European watershed supporting diverse aquatic life and providing drinking water for millions. The plant plays a key role in protecting the water quality of the Pegnitz and downstream ecosystems.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Pegnitz River, which flows through the Franconian region of Bavaria. The Pegnitz joins the Rednitz to form the Regnitz, a tributary of the Main, which ultimately drains into the Rhine River. The Rhine basin is ecologically significant, supporting migratory fish species and diverse freshwater habitats. The plant's operations help maintain water quality in this sensitive watershed, which is used for recreation and as a drinking water source.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Schwaig bei Nürnberg, in the district of Nürnberger Land, Bavaria, Germany. Its address is Am Seelbach, Behringersdorf.
The plant serves approximately 19,367 people, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration under EU regulations.
Treated wastewater is discharged into the Pegnitz River, which flows through the Nuremberg region and eventually reaches the Rhine River via the Regnitz and Main rivers.
The plant operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which requires secondary treatment for agglomerations of this size. German national regulations implement the directive through the Water Resources Act.
For medium-sized agglomerations in Germany, secondary treatment with biological processes is standard. In sensitive areas, additional nutrient removal may be required to protect receiving waters like the Pegnitz River.
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