Overview
UWWTP Tholen serves the town of Tholen in Zeeland, Netherlands, treating wastewater for approximately 8,853 people. The plant is located near the coast and operates under EU regulations.
UWWTP Tholen is a municipal wastewater treatment plant located in Tholen, Zeeland, Netherlands. It serves a population of around 8,853 people, placing it in the small to medium agglomeration category under EU classification. The plant is situated in a coastal province, reflecting the region's low-lying geography and proximity to the North Sea. As a Dutch plant, UWWTP Tholen operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which requires secondary treatment for agglomerations of this size. The directive also mandates more stringent treatment if the discharge enters sensitive areas. The plant's designed capacity is 1.00 (likely in thousand cubic meters per day or similar unit), indicating its scale. The treated effluent from UWWTP Tholen likely discharges into local waterways that drain into the Oosterschelde or directly into the North Sea, given Zeeland's coastal geography. The region's waters support diverse aquatic life and are important for fisheries and recreation. Proper treatment helps protect these ecosystems from nutrient pollution and pathogens.
Environmental context
UWWTP Tholen discharges into the local watershed of Zeeland, which ultimately drains into the North Sea via the Oosterschelde estuary. This coastal environment supports diverse marine life, including fish, shellfish, and migratory birds. The plant's treatment helps prevent eutrophication and maintain water quality in a region known for its ecological sensitivity.
Frequently asked questions
UWWTP Tholen is located in Tholen, Zeeland, Netherlands, at Oud Vossemeersedijk. It serves the local municipality in the coastal province of Zeeland.
UWWTP Tholen serves approximately 8,853 people, classifying it as a small to medium agglomeration under EU wastewater treatment regulations.
The treated effluent from UWWTP Tholen is discharged into local waterways that flow into the Oosterschelde estuary and eventually the North Sea, supporting regional aquatic ecosystems.
UWWTP Tholen operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which requires secondary treatment for agglomerations of its size and may require additional nutrient removal if discharging into sensitive areas.
In the Netherlands, plants serving around 8,800 people typically provide secondary treatment as a minimum, often including biological treatment to meet EU standards. Some may also incorporate phosphorus removal to protect sensitive coastal waters.
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