Overview
NANTWICH STW serves approximately 18,530 people in Nantwich, England. The plant operates under the UK's regulatory framework for wastewater treatment, discharging into the local water environment.
NANTWICH STW is a wastewater treatment plant located in Nantwich, Cheshire East, England. It serves a population of around 18,530, placing it in the medium agglomeration category under UK regulations. The plant is situated inland, more than 50 km from the coast, and its treated effluent is discharged into the local water environment. The plant is expected to meet the requirements of the UK's Urban Waste Water Treatment Regulations, which transpose the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive. For agglomerations of this size, secondary treatment is typically mandated, with additional nutrient removal if discharging into sensitive areas. The plant's designed capacity is 1.00 (likely in megalitres per day or similar unit), indicating its scale. The plant likely discharges into a local river or stream that drains into the River Weaver or another tributary of the River Mersey, ultimately reaching the Irish Sea. The plant plays a key role in protecting local water quality and supporting the ecological health of the surrounding catchment.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the local water environment, likely a tributary of the River Weaver, which flows into the River Mersey and then the Irish Sea. This catchment supports diverse aquatic life and is important for regional biodiversity. The plant's operations help maintain water quality in this ecologically sensitive area, reducing nutrient and pollutant loads that could otherwise impact downstream habitats.
Frequently asked questions
NANTWICH STW is located at Alvaston Roundabout, Kingsbourne, Nantwich, Cheshire East, England, CW5 6RX, United Kingdom.
The plant serves approximately 18,530 people, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration under UK wastewater regulations.
The treated effluent is discharged into the local water environment, likely a tributary of the River Weaver, which flows into the River Mersey and eventually the Irish Sea.
The plant operates under the UK's Urban Waste Water Treatment Regulations, which implement the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive. For agglomerations of this size, secondary treatment is typically required.
Plants of this scale in the UK are generally required to provide secondary treatment, and may also need nutrient removal if discharging into sensitive areas designated under the regulations.
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