Overview
UWWTP Nijkerk serves approximately 62,000 people in Gelderland, Netherlands. The plant operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive, which mandates secondary treatment for agglomerations of this scale.
UWWTP Nijkerk is a municipal wastewater treatment plant located in Nijkerk, Gelderland, Netherlands. It serves a population of approximately 62,183, classifying it as a medium agglomeration under EU regulations. The plant is situated in the central Netherlands, a region characterized by low-lying polders and extensive water management infrastructure. The plant operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which requires secondary treatment for agglomerations with a population equivalent (PE) between 10,000 and 150,000. The designed capacity is reported as 1.00, though the unit is unspecified. The plant's compliance with the directive ensures that effluent meets quality standards for discharge into surface waters. The treated effluent from UWWTP Nijkerk is discharged into the local water system, which ultimately drains into the IJsselmeer, a large freshwater lake and former inland sea. The IJsselmeer is an ecologically important water body that supports diverse aquatic life and serves as a key resource for drinking water, recreation, and agriculture. The plant plays a critical role in protecting the water quality of this sensitive environment.
Environmental context
UWWTP Nijkerk discharges into the local water network that drains into the IJsselmeer, a large freshwater lake in the Netherlands. The IJsselmeer is a vital ecological and economic resource, supporting fish populations, migratory birds, and water-based activities. The plant's treatment performance is crucial for maintaining the lake's water quality and preventing eutrophication, which can harm aquatic ecosystems.
Frequently asked questions
UWWTP Nijkerk is located in Nijkerk, Gelderland, Netherlands, at Edisonstraat in the Arkervaart industrial area.
The plant serves approximately 62,183 people, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration under EU regulations.
The treated effluent is discharged into the local surface water network, which ultimately flows into the IJsselmeer, a large freshwater lake.
The plant operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which requires secondary treatment for agglomerations of this size and may require tertiary treatment if the receiving water is sensitive.
In the Netherlands, plants serving around 62,000 people typically provide secondary treatment (biological) and often include nutrient removal to protect sensitive water bodies like the IJsselmeer.
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