Overview
CHIDEOCK STW is a secondary wastewater treatment plant in Seatown, Dorset, England, serving approximately 2,182 people. It discharges 485.79 cubic meters of treated effluent daily.
CHIDEOCK STW is a wastewater treatment facility located on Mill Lane in Chideock, near Seatown, Dorset, England. It serves a population of around 2,182 people, placing it in the small agglomeration category under UK regulations. The plant is situated in a coastal area, less than 10 kilometers from the coast. The plant provides secondary treatment, which is the standard level required by the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC) for discharges into coastal waters. Although the directive has been transposed into UK law, the plant's treatment level meets the minimum requirement for its size and discharge location. The designed capacity is 2,439 cubic meters per day, with an average daily flow of 485.79 cubic meters, indicating ample capacity for current loads. The treated effluent is discharged into local watercourses that flow into the English Channel. The receiving environment includes the Jurassic Coast, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its geological significance and diverse marine habitats. The plant's operation helps protect this sensitive coastal ecosystem from nutrient pollution and pathogens.
Environmental context
The treated effluent from CHIDEOCK STW discharges into local streams that flow into the English Channel near the Jurassic Coast. This coastline is ecologically sensitive, supporting diverse marine life including seabirds, fish, and intertidal species. The area is also important for tourism and recreation. Proper wastewater treatment is essential to prevent eutrophication and maintain water quality in this coastal environment.
Frequently asked questions
CHIDEOCK STW is located on Mill Lane in Chideock, near Seatown, Dorset, England, in the United Kingdom.
CHIDEOCK STW serves approximately 2,182 people, classifying it as a small agglomeration under UK wastewater regulations.
CHIDEOCK STW provides secondary treatment, which is the standard required for discharges into coastal waters under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC) and UK regulations.
The treated effluent from CHIDEOCK STW is discharged into local watercourses that flow into the English Channel, near the environmentally sensitive Jurassic Coast.
CHIDEOCK STW operates under UK regulations derived from the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive. For small agglomerations like this, secondary treatment is the minimum requirement, especially for coastal discharges to protect marine ecosystems.
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