Overview
Simbach am Inn wastewater treatment plant serves approximately 14,914 people in Simbach, Bavaria, Germany. The plant discharges into the Inn River, a tributary of the Danube, ultimately reaching the Black Sea.
The Simbach am Inn wastewater treatment plant is located in Simbach, Bavaria, Germany, serving a population of about 14,914. Situated near the Inn River, the plant is part of the region's municipal wastewater infrastructure. As a medium-sized agglomeration, it falls under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which requires secondary treatment for such communities. The plant's location in the Danube basin means its treated effluent flows into the Inn River, then the Danube, and eventually the Black Sea. This river system supports diverse aquatic life and is an important ecological corridor in Central Europe. The plant's operation contributes to maintaining water quality in this transboundary river network.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Inn River, a major tributary of the Danube. The Danube River basin is one of Europe's most significant water systems, supporting diverse aquatic ecosystems and providing water for millions. The Inn River itself flows through Alpine and pre-Alpine regions, contributing to the ecological richness of the area. Downstream, the Danube Delta is a critical habitat for migratory birds and fish species. The plant's treatment performance is essential for protecting these downstream environments from nutrient pollution and other contaminants.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Simbach, Bavaria, Germany, near the Inn River in the district of Rottal-Inn.
The plant serves approximately 14,914 people, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration under EU regulations.
Treated wastewater is discharged into the Inn River, which flows into the Danube and ultimately reaches the Black Sea.
As a German plant serving over 10,000 people, it operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which mandates secondary treatment for such agglomerations.
Under the EU UWWTD, plants serving between 10,000 and 150,000 population equivalents are required to provide secondary treatment, with tertiary treatment needed if discharging into sensitive areas.
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