Overview
UWWTP Enschede West serves approximately 180,000 people in Enschede, Overijssel, Netherlands. The plant operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive, which mandates advanced treatment for large agglomerations in sensitive areas.
UWWTP Enschede West is a major wastewater treatment facility located in Enschede, in the province of Overijssel, Netherlands. It serves a population of around 180,000, classifying it as a large agglomeration under EU regulations. The plant is situated inland, away from the coast, and discharges into the region's water system. As a large agglomeration, the plant is required to meet stringent treatment standards under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC). For sensitive areas like those in the Netherlands, tertiary treatment is typically mandated to remove nutrients such as nitrogen and phosphorus. The plant's capacity and treatment processes are designed to comply with these high standards, ensuring effective pollution control. The treated effluent from the plant is discharged into local watercourses that eventually drain into the IJssel River and then into the IJsselmeer, a large freshwater lake. This water body is ecologically important, supporting diverse aquatic life and serving as a key resource for drinking water and recreation. The plant plays a crucial role in protecting the water quality of the IJsselmeer and downstream ecosystems.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the local water system that flows into the IJssel River, which ultimately drains into the IJsselmeer, a large freshwater lake in the Netherlands. The IJsselmeer is an ecologically sensitive area that supports a variety of fish, bird, and plant species. It also serves as a major source of drinking water and is important for agriculture and recreation. The plant's advanced treatment helps prevent eutrophication and maintains the ecological balance of this vital water body.
Frequently asked questions
UWWTP Enschede West is located at Elsbeekweg in Enschede, Overijssel, Netherlands.
The plant serves approximately 180,000 people, classifying it as a large agglomeration under EU regulations.
The treated effluent is discharged into local watercourses that flow into the IJssel River and eventually into the IJsselmeer, a major freshwater lake.
As a Dutch plant serving over 150,000 people, it operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which requires tertiary treatment for sensitive areas.
For large agglomerations in sensitive areas like the Netherlands, the EU UWWTD mandates tertiary treatment to remove nutrients such as nitrogen and phosphorus, ensuring high effluent quality.
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