Overview
M_sCBE CORPORATIO N STP AT UKKADAM is an operational wastewater treatment plant in Podanur, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, India, serving approximately 467,684 people.
M_sCBE CORPORATIO N STP AT UKKADAM is a municipal wastewater treatment plant located in Podanur, within the Coimbatore South zone of Tamil Nadu, India. The plant serves a population of approximately 467,684, classifying it as a large agglomeration under Indian urban wastewater management standards. As a large-scale facility, it is expected to provide at least secondary treatment in compliance with India's Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) norms for sewage treatment. The treated effluent likely discharges into local water bodies that are part of the Cauvery River basin, which is a major river system in southern India. The plant plays a critical role in protecting downstream water quality and supporting the ecological health of the region's rivers and reservoirs.
Environmental context
The plant is situated in the Cauvery River basin, which drains into the Bay of Bengal. The Cauvery River and its tributaries support diverse aquatic life and are vital for agriculture and drinking water in Tamil Nadu. The plant's discharge, if properly treated, helps maintain water quality in this ecologically and economically important watershed.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Ward 74, Central Zone, Podanur, Coimbatore South, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, India.
The plant serves approximately 467,684 people, making it a large-scale municipal wastewater treatment facility.
The treated effluent is likely discharged into local water bodies within the Cauvery River basin, which ultimately flows into the Bay of Bengal.
The plant operates under India's Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) norms, which mandate secondary treatment for large agglomerations to protect water quality.
For a plant of this scale, secondary treatment is standard under CPCB guidelines, often involving biological processes to reduce organic pollutants and suspended solids.
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