Overview
Suhl wastewater treatment plant serves approximately 69,000 people in Thüringen, Germany. It operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive, which mandates secondary treatment for agglomerations of this scale.
The Suhl wastewater treatment plant is located in the city of Suhl, in the state of Thüringen, Germany. It serves a population of approximately 69,000, classifying it as a medium-to-large agglomeration under EU regulations. The plant is situated inland, away from coastal areas, and its discharge ultimately flows into the regional river system. As a German facility, the plant operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which requires secondary treatment for agglomerations with a population equivalent (PE) between 10,000 and 150,000. For larger agglomerations, more stringent treatment may be required if the receiving water body is designated as sensitive. The regulatory framework ensures compliance with national and EU standards. The treated effluent from the Suhl plant is discharged into local watercourses that are part of the Weser river basin. This basin drains into the North Sea, supporting diverse aquatic ecosystems along its course. The plant plays a key role in protecting water quality in the region, particularly in the context of the sensitive freshwater environments of Thüringen.
Environmental context
The Suhl plant discharges into the local river system, which is part of the Weser basin. The Weser River flows through central Germany before reaching the North Sea, supporting diverse aquatic life and serving as an important migratory corridor for fish. The plant's operations help maintain water quality in this inland watershed, which is ecologically sensitive due to its role in regional biodiversity.
Frequently asked questions
The Suhl wastewater treatment plant is located in the city of Suhl, in the state of Thüringen, Germany. Its address is Hauptstraße, Dietzhausen, Suhl, Thüringen, 98529.
The Suhl plant serves approximately 69,372 people, classifying it as a medium-to-large agglomeration under EU regulations.
The treated effluent from the Suhl plant is discharged into local watercourses that are part of the Weser river basin, which ultimately flows into the North Sea.
As a German facility, the Suhl plant operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which requires secondary treatment for agglomerations of this size. National German regulations also apply.
Under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive, plants serving between 10,000 and 150,000 population equivalent (PE) are required to have at least secondary treatment. In sensitive areas, more advanced treatment may be mandated.
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