Gunnhildvagen RD 8 Wastewater Treatment Plant, Florø, Norway

Gunnhildvagen RD 8 is a wastewater treatment plant located at 4 Kyllervegen in Florø, a coastal town in Kinn municipality, Vestland, Norway. The plant serves a small population of 218 people, reflecting its role in a rural or peri-urban setting. As a secondary treatment facility, it provides biological treatment to reduce organic matter and suspended solids before discharge. The plant operates under Norway's implementation of the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (UWWTD) 91/271/EEC, which requires secondary treatment for agglomerations of this size. With a designed capacity of 449 m³/day and an actual discharge volume of 94.54 m³/day, the plant operates well below its capacity, indicating potential for future growth or seasonal variability. Secondary treatment typically involves activated sludge or biofilm systems. The treated effluent is discharged into the coastal waters of the Norwegian Sea, which is part of the North Atlantic ecosystem. The discharge location is within 10 km of the coast, making it subject to strict environmental regulations to protect marine life and water quality. The plant's operation supports the local community's sanitation needs while minimizing impact on the sensitive fjord and coastal environment.

The plant discharges into the coastal waters of the Norwegian Sea near Florø, a region characterized by fjords and rich marine biodiversity. The receiving waters are part of the North Atlantic ecosystem, supporting fisheries and migratory species. The proximity to the coast necessitates careful management to prevent nutrient enrichment and protect sensitive habitats such as kelp forests and spawning grounds.