Melton Mowbray STW - Wastewater Treatment Plant in Melton, Leicestershire

Melton Mowbray STW is a wastewater treatment plant located in Melton, Leicestershire, England. It serves a population of around 59,806, making it a medium-sized agglomeration under UK and EU classifications. The plant is situated near the River Eye, a tributary of the River Wreake, which flows into the River Soar and ultimately the River Trent. As a UK wastewater facility, Melton Mowbray STW is regulated under the Water Industry Act 1991 and must comply with the Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC). For a population of this scale, secondary treatment is typically required, with tertiary treatment in sensitive areas. The plant's treatment process and capacity details are not publicly available, but it is expected to meet the standards set by the Environment Agency. The treated effluent from Melton Mowbray STW discharges into the local watercourse, contributing to the River Wreake catchment. This river system supports diverse aquatic life and flows through the Leicestershire countryside before joining the River Soar, which eventually reaches the Humber Estuary and the North Sea. The plant plays a key role in protecting water quality in this inland basin.

Melton Mowbray STW discharges into the River Eye, a tributary of the River Wreake, which flows into the River Soar and then the River Trent. The Trent drains into the Humber Estuary, a major ecological site supporting migratory fish and bird populations. The plant's operations help maintain water quality in this inland river system, which is important for local biodiversity and downstream habitats.