Overview
Balsall Common STW serves approximately 7,200 people in Solihull, England. The plant operates under UK wastewater regulations, treating sewage from the Balsall area before discharging into local watercourses.
Balsall Common STW is a wastewater treatment plant located in Balsall, Solihull, West Midlands, England. It serves a population of around 7,200 people, making it a small to medium-sized facility within the UK's wastewater infrastructure. The plant is situated in a semi-rural area near the village of Balsall Common. As a UK wastewater treatment plant, Balsall Common STW is subject to the Urban Waste Water Treatment (England and Wales) Regulations, which transpose the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive. For a population of this size, secondary treatment is typically required. The plant likely employs biological treatment processes to meet discharge standards set by the Environment Agency. The treated effluent from Balsall Common STW is discharged into local watercourses that drain into the River Blythe, a tributary of the River Tame. The River Tame flows into the River Trent, which ultimately reaches the Humber Estuary and the North Sea. The plant plays a key role in protecting the water quality of these rivers and the downstream ecosystem.
Environmental context
Balsall Common STW discharges into local streams that feed the River Blythe, a tributary of the River Tame. The River Tame flows through the West Midlands conurbation before joining the River Trent, which drains into the Humber Estuary and the North Sea. The plant's discharge contributes to the ecological health of these water bodies, supporting aquatic life and maintaining water quality for downstream users. The area is part of the Trent catchment, which is important for biodiversity and water resources.
Frequently asked questions
Balsall Common STW is located on Balsall Street in Balsall, Solihull, West Midlands, England, CV7 7AW.
Balsall Common STW serves approximately 7,200 people in the Balsall Common area of Solihull.
The treated effluent from Balsall Common STW is discharged into local watercourses that drain into the River Blythe, a tributary of the River Tame, which flows to the River Trent and eventually the North Sea.
Balsall Common STW operates under the Urban Waste Water Treatment (England and Wales) Regulations, which require secondary treatment for plants serving populations over 2,000. The Environment Agency issues discharge permits to ensure compliance with water quality standards.
For a population of 7,200, UK regulations typically require secondary treatment, which involves biological processes to remove organic matter and solids. Some plants may also include tertiary treatment if discharging into sensitive areas.
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