Overview
UWWTP WEHE DEN HOORN serves the village of Wehe-den Hoorn in Groningen, Netherlands, treating wastewater for approximately 3,872 people. The plant operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive.
UWWTP WEHE DEN HOORN is a municipal wastewater treatment facility located in Wehe-den Hoorn, a village in the municipality of Het Hogeland, Groningen province, Netherlands. The plant serves a population of approximately 3,872, classifying it as a small agglomeration under EU regulations. Its location in the northern Netherlands places it within a region characterized by flat, low-lying terrain and extensive water management infrastructure. As a plant serving fewer than 10,000 people, it falls under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which requires appropriate treatment for discharges into freshwater and coastal waters. The directive mandates secondary treatment for such agglomerations unless discharging into less sensitive areas. The plant's designed capacity is 1.00 (likely in thousand cubic meters per day or similar unit), indicating a modest scale. The treated effluent is discharged into the local water system, which ultimately drains into the Wadden Sea, a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its unique intertidal ecosystems. The plant's operation contributes to protecting the water quality of the region's canals and ditches, which are part of the extensive Dutch water management network. The Wadden Sea is a critical habitat for migratory birds and marine life, making proper wastewater treatment essential for ecological preservation.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the local water network that drains into the Wadden Sea, a shallow tidal sea along the northern coast of the Netherlands. This area is ecologically sensitive, supporting diverse marine life and serving as a vital stopover for migratory birds. The surrounding region is characterized by reclaimed land (polders) and extensive canal systems, where water quality management is crucial for both agriculture and nature conservation.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located at Raylandseweg 1 in Wehe-den Hoorn, a village in the municipality of Het Hogeland, Groningen province, Netherlands.
The plant serves approximately 3,872 people, classifying it as a small agglomeration under EU wastewater treatment regulations.
Treated effluent is discharged into the local water network, which ultimately drains into the Wadden Sea via the region's canal and ditch system.
As a Dutch plant serving fewer than 10,000 people, it operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which requires secondary treatment for discharges into freshwater and coastal waters.
For small agglomerations in the Netherlands, secondary treatment is standard, often involving biological processes such as activated sludge or trickling filters, to meet EU directive requirements.
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