Overview
Pilisszentkereszt Dobogoko Szennyviztisztito telep is an advanced wastewater treatment plant in Pilisszentkereszt, Hungary, serving a small population of 54. It has a designed capacity of 1,000 m³/day and discharges 6.37 m³/day.
Pilisszentkereszt Dobogoko Szennyviztisztito telep is a wastewater treatment facility located in Pilisszentkereszt, a village in Pest County, Hungary. The plant serves a small population of 54 residents, reflecting its role in a rural community. It is situated in the Közép-Magyarország region, near the Danube-Ipoly National Park. The plant employs advanced treatment processes, ensuring high-quality effluent. With a designed capacity of 1,000 m³/day and a current discharge volume of 6.37 m³/day, it operates well below its capacity, indicating potential for future growth. As a Hungarian facility, it complies with national regulations aligned with the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive, which mandates appropriate treatment for small agglomerations. The treated effluent is discharged into local watercourses that eventually drain into the Danube River basin. The plant plays a key role in protecting the sensitive karstic environment of the Pilis Mountains, supporting local biodiversity and water quality in the region.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into small streams that feed the Danube River, which flows into the Black Sea. The surrounding Pilis Mountains are a karstic area with sensitive groundwater resources, making advanced treatment crucial for protecting local springs and aquatic habitats. The region supports diverse flora and fauna, including protected species in the nearby Danube-Ipoly National Park.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located at Királykúti út, Pilisszentkereszt, in Pest County, Hungary. It serves the local community in the Pilis Mountains region.
The plant serves a small population of 54 residents, typical of a rural village facility in Hungary.
The treated effluent is discharged into local streams that are part of the Danube River basin, eventually reaching the Black Sea.
The plant provides advanced treatment, which includes nutrient removal and disinfection, ensuring high-quality effluent suitable for sensitive environments.
As a Hungarian facility, it operates under national laws implementing the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive. For small agglomerations like this, advanced treatment is required in sensitive areas such as karstic regions.
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