Overview
Illnau-Effretikonmannenberg wastewater treatment plant serves approximately 19,837 people in Illnau-Effretikon, Zürich, Switzerland, operating under Swiss water protection regulations.
The Illnau-Effretikonmannenberg wastewater treatment plant is located in Illnau-Effretikon, a municipality in the canton of Zürich, Switzerland. It serves a population of about 19,837, placing it in the medium agglomeration category under Swiss water protection standards. Switzerland's wastewater treatment plants are regulated by the Federal Water Protection Act (Gewässerschutzgesetz), which mandates advanced treatment for larger agglomerations. Plants of this scale typically employ mechanical-biological treatment with nutrient removal to meet stringent effluent quality standards. The plant's discharge ultimately flows into the local water system, contributing to the protection of the Rhine basin. The treated effluent supports the ecological health of downstream water bodies, including the Rhine River, which is vital for aquatic biodiversity and regional water quality.
Environmental context
The plant is situated inland in the Rhine basin, with treated effluent likely entering local streams that feed into the Rhine River. The Rhine supports diverse aquatic life and is a critical waterway for Europe. The plant's operations help maintain water quality in this ecologically sensitive river system.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Illnau-Effretikon, a municipality in the canton of Zürich, Switzerland, with the address Pfäffikonerstrasse, Kemptthal, Ottikon.
The plant serves approximately 19,837 people, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration under Swiss water protection standards.
The treated wastewater is discharged into local water bodies that eventually flow into the Rhine River, contributing to the Rhine basin's water quality.
The plant operates under Switzerland's Federal Water Protection Act (Gewässerschutzgesetz), which requires advanced treatment for agglomerations of this size to protect water resources.
Plants of this scale in Switzerland typically employ mechanical-biological treatment with nutrient removal to meet strict effluent standards, ensuring protection of sensitive water bodies like the Rhine.
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