Overview
Sinntal _ Jossa is a closed wastewater treatment plant in Jossa, Hessen, Germany, serving a population of 1,200. The plant's operational status is closed, and no treatment details are available.
Sinntal _ Jossa is a former wastewater treatment plant located in Jossa, a district of Sinntal in the Main-Kinzig-Kreis, Hessen, Germany. The plant served a small population of approximately 1,200 people before its closure. As the plant is closed, no treatment process or capacity information is applicable. Under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), small agglomerations under 2,000 population equivalent are not subject to the same stringent requirements as larger settlements, though appropriate treatment is still expected. The plant's closure means it no longer discharges treated effluent. The local area drains towards the Sinn River, a tributary of the Franconian Saale, which flows into the Main River and eventually the Rhine. The surrounding region is characterized by forested hills and small streams, supporting local aquatic ecosystems.
Environmental context
The plant's closure eliminates any discharge impact on local water bodies. The area is part of the Sinn River catchment, which flows into the Franconian Saale, then the Main, and ultimately the Rhine. The Sinn River supports diverse aquatic life and is an important corridor for migratory fish species in the region.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located at L 2304, Jossa, Sinntal, Main-Kinzig-Kreis, Hessen, Germany.
The plant served a population of 1,200 people before its closure.
It may have been decommissioned due to consolidation with larger facilities or changes in local wastewater management.
The EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC) requires appropriate treatment for all agglomerations, but small settlements under 2,000 population equivalent have less stringent requirements. Member states must ensure collection and treatment systems are adequate for environmental protection.
For small agglomerations in Germany, secondary treatment (biological treatment) is commonly employed to reduce organic matter and nutrients before discharge. However, specific treatment depends on local regulations and receiving water sensitivity.
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