Overview
KEMPSEY STW is a secondary wastewater treatment plant in Malvern Hills, England, serving approximately 3,400 people. It discharges treated effluent into the local watercourse, contributing to the protection of the River Severn catchment.
KEMPSEY STW is a wastewater treatment facility located in Malvern Hills, Worcestershire, England. The plant serves a population of around 3,400 and is situated inland, away from coastal areas. It operates under the regulatory framework of the United Kingdom, which implements the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC) for agglomerations of this size. The plant provides secondary treatment, which is the standard required for inland freshwater discharges under the directive. With a designed capacity of 3,397 population equivalent, it is classified as a small agglomeration. The treated wastewater volume is approximately 756 cubic meters per day, reflecting the scale of the community served. The treated effluent is discharged into a local watercourse that ultimately drains into the River Severn, one of the longest rivers in the UK. The River Severn flows into the Bristol Channel and the Atlantic Ocean. The plant plays a key role in maintaining water quality in the Severn catchment, supporting aquatic life and downstream ecosystems.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into a tributary of the River Severn, which flows through Worcestershire and into the Bristol Channel. The Severn catchment supports diverse aquatic habitats, including salmonid fisheries and important migratory corridors for eels and other species. The secondary treatment provided by the plant helps reduce organic pollutants and nutrients, protecting the river's ecological health.
Frequently asked questions
KEMPSEY STW is located in Malvern Hills, Worcestershire, England, near the village of Powick.
The plant serves approximately 3,400 people, classifying it as a small agglomeration under UK wastewater regulations.
The plant discharges treated effluent into a local watercourse that flows into the River Severn, which ultimately reaches the Bristol Channel.
KEMPSEY STW provides secondary treatment, which is the standard required for inland discharges under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive.
The plant operates under the UK's implementation of the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive, which mandates secondary treatment for agglomerations of this size to protect receiving waters.
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