Overview
Teterow wastewater treatment plant serves approximately 28,330 people in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Germany. It operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive, ensuring compliance with secondary treatment standards for inland agglomerations
The Teterow wastewater treatment plant is located in the town of Teterow, in the district of Rostock, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Germany. It serves a population of approximately 28,330, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration under EU regulations. The plant is situated inland, away from coastal areas, and its operations are integral to local water management. As a German facility, the plant is subject to the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which mandates secondary treatment for agglomerations of this size discharging into inland waters. Germany implements this directive through national legislation, requiring advanced treatment in sensitive areas. The plant's treatment processes are designed to meet these stringent standards, protecting the region's water resources. The treated effluent is discharged into local watercourses that eventually drain into the Baltic Sea via the Warnow River or other nearby systems. The plant plays a crucial role in safeguarding the ecological health of these waters, supporting aquatic life and preventing eutrophication in downstream environments.
Environmental context
The Teterow plant discharges into local streams that flow into the Warnow River basin, which ultimately reaches the Baltic Sea. This coastal ecosystem is sensitive to nutrient pollution, making effective wastewater treatment essential for preventing algal blooms and maintaining water quality. The region supports diverse aquatic habitats and migratory fish species.
Frequently asked questions
The Teterow wastewater treatment plant is located in Teterow, in the district of Rostock, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Germany, at Birkenweg in the Teschower Siedlung area.
The plant serves approximately 28,330 people, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration under EU regulations.
The treated effluent is discharged into local watercourses that flow into the Warnow River basin, eventually reaching the Baltic Sea.
As a German plant serving over 10,000 people, it falls under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which requires secondary treatment for inland discharges. Germany enforces this through national laws, with additional nutrient removal in sensitive areas.
For agglomerations of this size in Germany, secondary treatment is standard, often with biological nutrient removal to meet strict effluent limits, especially in catchments draining to the Baltic Sea.
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