Overview
Chieveley Chieveley Berks STW serves approximately 5,000 people in West Berkshire, England. The plant treats wastewater from the village of Chieveley before discharging into the local water environment.
Chieveley Chieveley Berks STW is a wastewater treatment plant located on School Road in Chieveley, West Berkshire, England. It serves a population of around 5,000, making it a small to medium agglomeration under UK regulatory frameworks. The plant is part of the broader water infrastructure managed by Thames Water, the regional water utility. As a UK wastewater facility, the plant operates under the Urban Waste Water Treatment (England and Wales) Regulations 1994, which transpose the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC). The plant's designed capacity is not publicly reported, but its population served suggests a moderate scale. The treated effluent from Chieveley STW likely discharges into a local watercourse that feeds into the River Lambourn, a chalk stream known for its ecological sensitivity. The River Lambourn is part of the Thames Basin, ultimately draining into the River Thames and then the North Sea. The plant plays a key role in protecting the water quality of these downstream environments.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the River Lambourn, a classic chalk stream that supports diverse aquatic life including brown trout and water crowfoot. The Lambourn flows into the River Kennet, a Site of Special Scientific Interest, and then into the River Thames, which drains into the North Sea. Protecting this chalk stream ecosystem from nutrient pollution is critical for maintaining its high ecological status.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located on School Road in Chieveley, West Berkshire, England, RG20 8UA.
The plant serves approximately 4,970 people, classifying it as a small to medium agglomeration under UK regulations.
Treated effluent from the plant is discharged into the River Lambourn, a chalk stream that flows into the River Kennet and eventually the River Thames.
The plant operates under the Urban Waste Water Treatment (England and Wales) Regulations 1994, which implement the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive. For its population size, secondary treatment is typically required.
The River Lambourn is a rare chalk stream ecosystem that supports species like brown trout and water crowfoot. It is part of the Kennet and Lambourn Catchment, which is designated for its high ecological value.
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