Mattersey Thorpe STW - Wastewater Treatment Plant in Bassetlaw, Nottinghamshire

Mattersey Thorpe STW is a wastewater treatment plant located in Bassetlaw, Nottinghamshire, England. It serves a population of around 6,082 people, classifying it as a small to medium agglomeration under UK water industry standards. The plant is situated inland in the East Midlands region, away from coastal areas. As a UK wastewater facility, Mattersey Thorpe STW operates under the Water Industry Act 1991 and is regulated by the Environment Agency. Treatment processes for plants of this scale typically include secondary treatment, often with additional nutrient removal to meet environmental quality standards. The plant's discharge is managed through permits issued by the Environment Agency, ensuring compliance with the Urban Waste Water Treatment Regulations (which transpose the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive). The treated effluent from Mattersey Thorpe STW is discharged into local watercourses that form part of the River Trent catchment. The River Trent flows through the East Midlands and ultimately drains into the Humber Estuary, a major ecological and economic asset. The plant plays a key role in protecting the water quality of the Trent basin and downstream environments, including the Humber Estuary, which supports diverse aquatic life and migratory bird populations.

Mattersey Thorpe STW discharges into local watercourses within the River Trent catchment. The River Trent flows eastward through Nottinghamshire and joins the River Ouse to form the Humber Estuary, which drains into the North Sea. The Humber Estuary is an ecologically sensitive area that supports diverse aquatic life, including fish species and migratory birds. The plant's operations help maintain water quality in this important river basin, reducing nutrient and pollutant loads that could otherwise impact downstream habitats.