Overview
Kunnumma village Common STP for House Boat in Alappuzha, Kerala, India, is a secondary treatment plant serving 1,203 people. It discharges 180 m³/day of treated wastewater near the coast.
Kunnumma village Common STP for House Boat is a municipal wastewater treatment plant located in Alappuzha, Kerala, India. The plant serves a small population of 1,203 people and is situated in the backwater region of Kerala, known for its intricate network of canals and lagoons. It operates under India's environmental regulations for wastewater treatment. The plant provides secondary treatment, which is appropriate for its scale and the sensitive coastal environment. It has a designed capacity of 180 m³/day and currently discharges 180 m³/day of treated wastewater. As a coastal facility, it must meet stringent discharge standards to protect the nearby aquatic ecosystems. The treated effluent likely enters the Vembanad Lake system, the largest lake in Kerala and a critical habitat for diverse aquatic life. This lake drains into the Arabian Sea, making the plant's performance important for both local water quality and the broader coastal environment. The region is ecologically sensitive, supporting fisheries and tourism.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Vembanad Lake system, a large brackish lagoon connected to the Arabian Sea. This watershed supports diverse aquatic life, including migratory fish and bird species, and is vital for local livelihoods. The coastal location requires careful management to prevent nutrient enrichment and maintain water quality in this ecologically sensitive area.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Alappuzha, Kerala, India, near the backwaters of Vembanad Lake. Its address is Kidangaparambu Korthsery Road, Thathampally, Alappuzha.
The plant discharges treated wastewater into the Vembanad Lake system, which eventually drains into the Arabian Sea. As a coastal facility, it must comply with discharge standards to protect the sensitive lagoon ecosystem.
The plant helps protect the Vembanad Lake and its connected waterways, which are part of the Kerala backwaters. These waters support local fisheries, tourism, and biodiversity.
The plant operates under India's environmental laws, including the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act. Coastal plants like this must meet specific effluent standards to prevent marine pollution.
For small agglomerations in India, secondary treatment is standard, often using technologies like activated sludge or waste stabilization ponds. The plant's secondary treatment meets the expected level for its population size.
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