Overview
Welden wastewater treatment plant serves the town of Welden in Bavaria, Germany, with a population equivalent of 4,391. The plant operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive.
The Welden wastewater treatment plant is located in the town of Welden, in the Landkreis Augsburg district of Bavaria, Germany. It serves a population of approximately 4,391 people, classifying it as a small agglomeration under EU regulations. As a German facility, the plant is subject to the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which requires secondary treatment for discharges into freshwater systems. For small agglomerations like Welden, appropriate treatment is mandated to protect water quality. The plant's treated effluent is discharged into the local watershed, which ultimately drains into the Danube River basin. The Danube flows southeast through several countries before reaching the Black Sea, supporting diverse aquatic ecosystems along its course.
Environmental context
The Welden plant discharges into a tributary of the Danube River system, which flows through Bavaria and into the Black Sea. The Danube basin supports a wide range of aquatic life, including fish species such as sturgeon and carp, and provides critical habitat for migratory birds. The plant's location in a rural area means its discharge affects local streams and groundwater, emphasizing the need for effective treatment to prevent nutrient pollution.
Frequently asked questions
The Welden wastewater treatment plant is located in the town of Welden, in the Landkreis Augsburg district of Bavaria, Germany.
The plant serves a population equivalent of 4,391 people, classifying it as a small agglomeration under EU regulations.
The plant discharges treated effluent into the local watershed, which is part of the Danube River basin. The Danube flows through several countries before reaching the Black Sea.
As a German facility, the plant operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which sets treatment standards based on population size and receiving water sensitivity.
For small agglomerations in Germany, secondary treatment is typically required to reduce organic matter and suspended solids, ensuring compliance with EU standards for freshwater discharge.
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