Overview
Hassan wastewater treatment plant serves approximately 67,000 people in Hassan, Karnataka, India. The plant is operational and located inland, contributing to local water management.
The Hassan wastewater treatment plant is a municipal facility located in Dr. Rajkumar Nagara, Hassan, Karnataka, India. It serves an estimated population of 66,812, placing it in the medium agglomeration category for Indian urban centers. The plant is operational and plays a key role in managing wastewater from the city. As a plant in India, it operates under the national regulatory framework of the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974, and the Environment Protection Act, 1986. The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) and the Karnataka State Pollution Control Board (KSPCB) set discharge standards and issue consent to operate. For a plant serving this population, secondary treatment is typically required, with potential for tertiary treatment if discharging into sensitive water bodies. The plant's treated effluent is likely discharged into local watercourses that eventually drain into the Kaveri River basin, a major river system in southern India. The Kaveri River supports agriculture, drinking water, and ecosystems in Karnataka and Tamil Nadu before emptying into the Bay of Bengal. Proper treatment helps protect downstream water quality and aquatic life.
Environmental context
The plant is located inland in the Kaveri River basin, which drains into the Bay of Bengal. The Kaveri River and its tributaries support diverse aquatic ecosystems and are critical for irrigation and drinking water in the region. Effluent from the plant, if properly treated, helps maintain water quality in downstream rivers and reservoirs, reducing nutrient loading and protecting freshwater biodiversity.
Frequently asked questions
The Hassan wastewater treatment plant is located in Dr. Rajkumar Nagara, Hassan, Karnataka, India, with coordinates 13. 014 N, 76. 088 E.
The plant serves approximately 66,812 people, classifying it as a medium-sized municipal treatment facility in India.
The treated effluent is likely discharged into local streams that flow into the Kaveri River basin, eventually reaching the Bay of Bengal.
The plant operates under India's Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974, and is regulated by the Karnataka State Pollution Control Board (KSPCB) for discharge standards and consent.
For a medium agglomeration like Hassan, secondary treatment is standard, with possible tertiary treatment if discharging into sensitive water bodies, as per CPCB norms.
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