Overview
Miedzyzdroje wastewater treatment plant serves the coastal town of Międzyzdroje in West Pomeranian Voivodeship, Poland. It treats wastewater from a population of approximately 15,000 under EU regulatory standards.
The Miedzyzdroje wastewater treatment plant is located in the town of Międzyzdroje, within the West Pomeranian Voivodeship of Poland. It serves a population of around 15,040, placing it in the medium agglomeration category under EU classification. As a Polish facility, the plant operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which requires secondary treatment for agglomerations of this size. The plant discharges into the local watershed, which ultimately drains into the Baltic Sea. Given its proximity to the coast (within 50 km), the treated effluent may affect coastal water quality. The region supports diverse aquatic life and is part of the Baltic Sea catchment, an ecologically sensitive area requiring careful nutrient management.
Environmental context
The plant's treated wastewater flows into the local drainage network, eventually reaching the Baltic Sea. The Baltic Sea is a semi-enclosed brackish sea with limited water exchange, making it vulnerable to eutrophication from nutrient inputs. The surrounding area includes coastal habitats that support migratory birds and marine species, emphasizing the need for effective nutrient removal.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Międzyzdroje, a coastal town in the West Pomeranian Voivodeship of Poland, near the Baltic Sea.
The plant serves approximately 15,040 people, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration under EU standards.
Treated wastewater is discharged into the local watershed, which drains into the Baltic Sea. The plant's coastal location means effluent quality is important for marine protection.
As a Polish facility, it operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which mandates secondary treatment for agglomerations over 10,000 population equivalent.
Under the EU UWWTD, plants serving 10,000-150,000 PE are required to have secondary treatment. In sensitive areas like the Baltic Sea catchment, additional nutrient removal may be required.
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