Overview
UWWTP NOORDWIJK serves approximately 48,617 people in Noordwijk, Zuid-Holland, Netherlands. The plant is located within 50 km of the North Sea coast and operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive.
UWWTP NOORDWIJK is a municipal wastewater treatment plant located in Noordwijk, Zuid-Holland, Netherlands. It serves a population of about 48,617 people, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration under EU regulations. The plant is situated near the North Sea coast, within 50 km of the shoreline. As a Dutch wastewater facility, UWWTP NOORDWIJK operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which requires secondary treatment for agglomerations of this size. The plant's designed capacity is 1.00 (likely in thousands of cubic meters per day or similar unit), indicating it is sized to handle the local wastewater load. The Netherlands has a comprehensive water management system, and plants like this are integral to protecting water quality. The treated effluent from UWWTP NOORDWIJK is discharged into the local water system, which ultimately drains into the North Sea. The North Sea is a ecologically sensitive marine environment that supports diverse aquatic life, including fish, seabirds, and marine mammals. Proper treatment is essential to prevent nutrient pollution and protect coastal ecosystems.
Environmental context
UWWTP NOORDWIJK discharges into the local water network that flows to the North Sea, a vital marine ecosystem. The North Sea supports rich biodiversity, including fish stocks and migratory birds, and is subject to nutrient sensitivity. The plant's location near the coast means treated effluent must meet stringent standards to avoid eutrophication and protect downstream habitats.
Frequently asked questions
UWWTP NOORDWIJK is located in Noordwijk, Zuid-Holland, Netherlands, near the North Sea coast.
The plant serves approximately 48,617 people, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration under EU regulations.
The treated effluent is discharged into the local water system, which ultimately flows into the North Sea.
As a plant serving over 15,000 people, it is required to provide secondary treatment under the EU UWWTD (91/271/EEC). The Netherlands implements this directive strictly to protect coastal waters.
Plants of this scale in the Netherlands typically employ secondary treatment, often with nutrient removal to meet stringent discharge standards for sensitive areas like the North Sea.
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