Overview
UWWTP Blaricum Gooiergracht serves approximately 25,000 people in Blaricum, Netherlands. The plant is located in Noord-Holland and discharges treated wastewater into the local water system.
UWWTP Blaricum Gooiergracht is a municipal wastewater treatment plant serving the town of Blaricum in the province of Noord-Holland, Netherlands. The plant serves a population of approximately 25,083, placing it in the medium agglomeration category under European Union classification. As a Dutch wastewater treatment plant, it operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive 91/271/EEC, which requires secondary treatment for agglomerations of this size. The Netherlands has a comprehensive wastewater treatment infrastructure with stringent national standards. The plant's treated effluent is discharged into the local water system, which ultimately drains into the Markermeer or IJsselmeer, important freshwater lakes in the Netherlands. These water bodies support diverse aquatic life and are used for recreation and drinking water supply. The region's flat terrain and dense population require careful water quality management.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the local water system that drains into the Markermeer, a large freshwater lake in the Netherlands. The Markermeer is part of the IJsselmeer area, which is ecologically significant as a habitat for water birds and fish species. The lake supports recreational activities and is a key water resource for the region. The plant's location within 50 km of the coast means its discharge ultimately influences the Wadden Sea ecosystem, a sensitive marine environment.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Blaricum, in the province of Noord-Holland, Netherlands, at Achter Capitten.
The plant serves approximately 25,083 people, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration under EU standards.
The treated effluent is discharged into the local water system, which flows into the Markermeer, a freshwater lake in the Netherlands.
As a Dutch plant, it operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive 91/271/EEC, which mandates secondary treatment for agglomerations of this size.
Plants of this scale in the Netherlands typically provide secondary treatment, often with nutrient removal to protect sensitive water bodies like the Markermeer.
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