Overview
Chiddingfold STW is a secondary treatment plant in Waverley, England, serving approximately 2,300 people. It discharges treated wastewater into the local water environment, contributing to the protection of the River Wey catchment.
Chiddingfold STW is a wastewater treatment plant located in the village of Chiddingfold, within the borough of Waverley in Surrey, England. The plant serves a population of around 2,317 and operates under secondary treatment, which is the standard level required by the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive for smaller agglomerations. As a secondary treatment facility, Chiddingfold STW uses biological processes to reduce organic matter and suspended solids before discharging effluent. The plant has a designed capacity of 2,317 population equivalent and treats an average daily flow of approximately 516 cubic meters. It is operated as part of the UK's wastewater infrastructure, regulated by the Environment Agency under the Water Industry Act 1991. The treated effluent from Chiddingfold STW is discharged into a local watercourse, which ultimately drains into the River Wey, a tributary of the River Thames. The River Wey supports diverse aquatic life and is an important recreational and ecological corridor in Surrey. The plant's operation helps maintain water quality in this sensitive chalk stream environment.
Environmental context
Chiddingfold STW discharges into a local stream that flows into the River Wey, a chalk stream known for its high ecological value. The River Wey is a tributary of the River Thames, which drains into the North Sea. The catchment supports diverse aquatic species, including brown trout and salmon, and is designated as a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) in parts. The plant's secondary treatment helps reduce nutrient and organic pollution, protecting downstream habitats.
Frequently asked questions
Chiddingfold STW is located on Skinners Lane in Chiddingfold, near Waverley, Surrey, England.
Chiddingfold STW serves approximately 2,317 people in the Chiddingfold area.
The plant discharges treated effluent into a local watercourse that flows into the River Wey, a tributary of the River Thames.
Chiddingfold STW provides secondary treatment, which is the standard required by the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive for agglomerations of this size.
The plant operates under the UK Water Industry Act 1991 and is regulated by the Environment Agency, which issues discharge permits to ensure compliance with water quality standards.
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