UWWTP DONGEMOND OOSTERHOUT - Oosterhout Wastewater Treatment Plant

UWWTP DONGEMOND OOSTERHOUT is a municipal wastewater treatment plant located in Oosterhout, in the province of Noord-Brabant, Netherlands. It serves a population of approximately 101,150 people, classifying it as a large agglomeration under EU regulations. The plant is situated inland, away from the coast, and its operations are integral to the region's water management infrastructure. As a large agglomeration, the plant is expected to provide at least secondary treatment under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC). The directive mandates that such plants in sensitive areas must achieve tertiary treatment to reduce nutrient loads. The plant's designed capacity is noted at 1. The Dutch water authorities enforce strict permit conditions to protect water quality. The treated effluent is discharged into local waterways that ultimately drain into the North Sea via the Rhine-Meuse-Scheldt delta. This region is ecologically sensitive, supporting diverse aquatic life and serving as a critical migratory corridor for fish and birds. The plant's performance directly impacts the health of downstream ecosystems, including estuaries and coastal zones.

The plant discharges into the catchment of the Donge River, a tributary of the Meuse, which flows through the Rhine-Meuse-Scheldt delta into the North Sea. This delta is a vital ecological area, supporting rich biodiversity and providing important nursery habitats for fish. The region's water quality is closely monitored to prevent eutrophication and protect downstream marine environments.