Overview
UWWTP Coevorden serves approximately 34,533 people in Drenthe, Netherlands. The plant operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive, which mandates secondary treatment for agglomerations of this scale.
UWWTP Coevorden is a municipal wastewater treatment facility located in Coevorden, Drenthe, Netherlands. It serves a population of around 34,533, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration under EU regulations. The plant is situated in the eastern part of the country, near the border with Germany. As a Dutch plant, UWWTP Coevorden operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which requires secondary treatment for agglomerations between 10,000 and 150,000 population equivalent. The Netherlands implements this directive through national legislation, with permits issued by regional water authorities. The plant's treatment process and capacity are designed to meet these standards, ensuring compliance with effluent quality requirements. The treated wastewater from UWWTP Coevorden is discharged into local water bodies that ultimately drain into the North Sea via the Rhine-Meuse-Scheldt delta. The region's water management is critical for maintaining water quality in the sensitive coastal and estuarine environments. The plant plays a key role in protecting downstream ecosystems, including important migratory bird habitats and freshwater biodiversity.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the local water system within the Rhine basin, which flows through the Netherlands into the North Sea. This coastal zone supports diverse aquatic life and is an important area for migratory birds. The region's water quality is closely monitored to prevent eutrophication and protect the sensitive marine environment.
Frequently asked questions
UWWTP Coevorden is located in Coevorden, Drenthe, Netherlands, near the border with Germany.
The plant serves approximately 34,533 people, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration under EU regulations.
Treated wastewater is discharged into local water bodies within the Rhine basin, which ultimately drains into the North Sea.
As a plant serving over 10,000 people, it is required to meet secondary treatment standards under the EU UWWTD, with permits issued by Dutch water authorities.
Plants of this scale in the Netherlands typically employ secondary biological treatment, often with nutrient removal to protect sensitive receiving waters.
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