Overview
Moelv renseanlegg is a municipal wastewater treatment plant serving Moelv, Norway. It treats wastewater from approximately 5,185 residents in the Ringsaker municipality.
Moelv renseanlegg is a municipal wastewater treatment facility located in Moelv, a town in Ringsaker municipality, Innlandet county, Norway. The plant serves a population of around 5,185 people, placing it in the small to medium agglomeration category under Norwegian regulations. As a Norwegian plant, it operates under the national implementation of the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which requires secondary treatment for agglomerations of this size. The plant is expected to meet the regulatory standards for biological treatment and nutrient removal where necessary. The treated effluent is discharged into the local watershed, which ultimately drains into Lake Mjøsa, Norway's largest lake. Lake Mjøsa is a vital freshwater resource supporting diverse aquatic life and providing drinking water for surrounding communities. The plant plays a key role in protecting this sensitive ecosystem from nutrient pollution and maintaining water quality.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the local water system that flows into Lake Mjøsa, a large and ecologically important lake in Innlandet county. Lake Mjøsa supports a variety of fish species, including the endemic Mjøsa trout, and serves as a drinking water source for several municipalities. The lake is sensitive to nutrient inputs, making effective wastewater treatment critical for preventing eutrophication and preserving water quality.
Frequently asked questions
Moelv renseanlegg is located at Marisagvegen 20 in Moelv, Ringsaker municipality, Innlandet county, Norway.
The plant serves approximately 5,185 residents in the Moelv area.
The treated wastewater is discharged into the local water system, which flows into Lake Mjøsa, Norway's largest lake.
As a Norwegian plant, it operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which requires secondary treatment for agglomerations of this size.
Under the EU UWWTD, plants serving between 2,000 and 10,000 population equivalents typically require secondary treatment, which includes biological processes to reduce organic matter and nutrients.
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