Overview
UWWTP Barendrecht serves approximately 36,683 people in Barendrecht, Zuid-Holland, Netherlands. The plant operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive, which mandates secondary treatment for agglomerations of this scale.
UWWTP Barendrecht is a municipal wastewater treatment plant located in Barendrecht, Zuid-Holland, Netherlands. It serves a population of approximately 36,683, placing it in the medium agglomeration category under EU regulations. The plant is situated near the Achterzeedijk and plays a key role in managing wastewater from the local community. As a plant serving a medium-sized agglomeration, UWWTP Barendrecht is subject to the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which requires secondary treatment for discharges into freshwater and estuaries. The designed capacity is 1.00 (likely in thousand cubic meters per day or similar unit), indicating the plant's scale. The regulatory framework ensures compliance with European standards. The plant discharges treated wastewater into the local water system, which ultimately drains into the North Sea via the Rhine-Meuse-Scheldt delta. This region is ecologically sensitive, supporting diverse aquatic life and serving as an important migratory corridor for fish and birds. The plant's operations help protect downstream water quality in this densely populated and economically vital area.
Environmental context
UWWTP Barendrecht discharges into the Rhine-Meuse-Scheldt delta, a complex network of rivers and estuaries that flows into the North Sea. This delta is ecologically significant, supporting diverse aquatic habitats and serving as a critical stopover for migratory birds. The plant's treatment helps reduce nutrient and pollutant loads, protecting downstream ecosystems in the North Sea.
Frequently asked questions
UWWTP Barendrecht is located at Achterzeedijk in Barendrecht, Zuid-Holland, Netherlands.
The plant serves approximately 36,683 people, classifying it as a medium agglomeration under EU regulations.
The plant discharges treated wastewater into the local water system, which flows into the Rhine-Meuse-Scheldt delta and ultimately the North Sea.
As a Dutch plant, it operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which requires secondary treatment for agglomerations over 2,000 population equivalent discharging into freshwater or estuaries.
Plants of this scale in the Netherlands typically employ secondary treatment (biological treatment) as a minimum, with many also incorporating nutrient removal to meet stringent water quality standards for the sensitive Rhine-Meuse delta.
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