Overview
Schonermark OHV is a wastewater treatment plant serving approximately 20,688 people in Gransee, Brandenburg, Germany. It operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive.
Schonermark OHV is a wastewater treatment plant located near Gransee in the state of Brandenburg, Germany. It serves a population of around 20,688, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration under EU regulations. The plant is situated inland, away from coastal areas, and its operations are part of the regional water management infrastructure. As a German facility, Schonermark OHV is subject to the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which mandates secondary treatment for agglomerations of this size. The directive also requires more advanced treatment if the plant discharges into sensitive areas. The plant is expected to meet these standards to protect local water quality. The plant's treated effluent likely discharges into a local watercourse within the Havel river basin, which flows through Brandenburg and eventually into the Elbe River and the North Sea. The surrounding region features lakes and wetlands that support diverse aquatic life, making proper wastewater treatment essential for maintaining ecological balance.
Environmental context
The plant is located in the Havel river basin, a sub-basin of the Elbe that drains into the North Sea. The area includes several lakes and wetlands that provide habitat for fish, birds, and amphibians. Proper treatment is crucial to prevent nutrient pollution and protect these freshwater ecosystems.
Frequently asked questions
Schonermark OHV is located near Gransee in the state of Brandenburg, Germany, approximately 60 km north of Berlin.
The plant serves approximately 20,688 people, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration under EU regulations.
The treated wastewater likely discharges into a local watercourse within the Havel river basin, which flows into the Elbe River and eventually the North Sea.
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.
Plants of this scale in Germany typically provide secondary treatment, and may include nutrient removal if discharging into sensitive areas.
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