Overview
UWWTP Roermond serves over 175,000 people in Limburg, Netherlands. The plant operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive, which mandates secondary treatment for agglomerations of this scale.
UWWTP Roermond is a major wastewater treatment facility located in Roermond, Limburg, Netherlands. It serves a population of approximately 175,659, classifying it as a large agglomeration under EU regulations. The plant is situated near the Maasplassen lake district, close to the Meuse River. As a large agglomeration in a sensitive area, the plant is required to meet tertiary treatment standards under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC). The directive mandates advanced treatment for nitrogen and phosphorus removal to protect the receiving water bodies. The plant's capacity and treatment processes are designed to comply with these stringent requirements. The treated effluent is discharged into the Meuse River basin, which flows through the Netherlands into the North Sea. The plant plays a critical role in protecting the water quality of the Meuse and downstream ecosystems, including the Rhine-Meuse-Scheldt delta. Its operation supports the ecological health of the region's waterways and contributes to the overall water management strategy of the Netherlands.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Meuse River, which flows through the Netherlands and into the North Sea via the Rhine-Meuse-Scheldt delta. This watershed supports diverse aquatic life and is an important migratory corridor for fish. The region's low-lying terrain and dense population make effective wastewater treatment essential to prevent eutrophication and maintain water quality in downstream lakes and coastal areas.
Frequently asked questions
UWWTP Roermond is located in Roermond, Limburg, Netherlands, near the Maasplassen lake district and the Meuse River.
The plant serves approximately 175,659 people, classifying it as a large agglomeration under EU regulations.
The treated effluent is discharged into the Meuse River basin, which flows through the Netherlands and into the North Sea.
The plant operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which requires tertiary treatment for large agglomerations in sensitive areas to remove nitrogen and phosphorus.
Plants of this scale in the Netherlands typically employ advanced tertiary treatment, including biological nutrient removal, to meet strict EU standards for discharge into sensitive water bodies like the Meuse.
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