Overview
SKA Krauchenwies is a wastewater treatment plant serving 4,700 people in Krauchenwies, Baden-Württemberg, Germany. It operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive.
SKA Krauchenwies is a municipal wastewater treatment plant located in Krauchenwies, a town in the state of Baden-Württemberg, Germany. The plant serves a population of approximately 4,700 residents, classifying it as a small agglomeration under EU regulations. As a German plant, SKA Krauchenwies is subject to the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which requires secondary treatment for agglomerations of this size. The plant's designed capacity is 1.00 (likely in thousand cubic meters per day or similar unit), indicating its scale. The facility is expected to meet national standards. The plant discharges treated wastewater into local water bodies that ultimately drain into the Danube River basin, as Krauchenwies lies within the Danube watershed. This contributes to the ecological health of downstream rivers and the Black Sea, supporting aquatic life and water quality.
Environmental context
SKA Krauchenwies is situated in the Danube River basin, with treated effluent likely flowing into small tributaries that feed the Danube. The Danube is a major European waterway, supporting diverse aquatic ecosystems and providing water for millions. The plant's discharge must comply with stringent German and EU standards to protect downstream habitats, including sensitive areas along the Danube.
Frequently asked questions
SKA Krauchenwies is located in Krauchenwies, a town in the district of Sigmaringen, Baden-Württemberg, Germany.
The plant serves approximately 4,700 residents, classifying it as a small agglomeration under EU regulations.
Treated wastewater from SKA Krauchenwies is discharged into local water bodies that are part of the Danube River basin, eventually reaching the Black Sea.
As a German plant, SKA Krauchenwies operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which mandates secondary treatment for agglomerations of this size.
For small agglomerations in Germany, secondary treatment is typically required, often involving biological processes to reduce organic matter and nutrients before discharge.
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