Savoly Szennyviztisztito Telep - Advanced Wastewater Treatment in Szegerdő, Hungary

Savoly Szennyviztisztito Telep is a wastewater treatment facility located in Szegerdő, within the Somogy county of Hungary's Dél-Dunántúl region. The plant serves a small population of 426 residents, reflecting its role in a rural or small community setting. As part of Hungary's wastewater infrastructure, it contributes to local sanitation and environmental protection. The plant employs advanced treatment processes, ensuring a high level of pollutant removal before discharge. With a designed capacity of 900 cubic meters per day and an actual discharge volume of 50.22 cubic meters per day, the facility operates well below its capacity, indicating room for future growth or seasonal variations. Under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive, small agglomerations like this are required to provide appropriate treatment, and advanced treatment exceeds the minimum secondary standard. The treated effluent is discharged into the local environment, which ultimately drains into the Danube River basin and the Black Sea. The plant's proximity to the coast (within 10 km) means its discharge could influence coastal water quality. The advanced treatment helps protect downstream ecosystems, including the Balaton region and the Drava River, supporting biodiversity and recreational uses.

The plant discharges into the local watershed, which is part of the Danube River basin, eventually reaching the Black Sea. The area is ecologically sensitive due to its proximity to Lake Balaton and the Drava River, supporting diverse aquatic life and migratory bird populations. Advanced treatment helps minimize nutrient loading and protects these downstream environments.