SNARROWS STW, North West Leicestershire

Overview

SNARROWS STW serves North West Leicestershire, England, treating wastewater for approximately 43,000 people. The plant operates under UK regulations aligned with the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive.

SNARROWS STW is a wastewater treatment plant located in North West Leicestershire, Leicestershire, England. It serves a population of around 43,000 residents, placing it in the medium agglomeration category under UK regulatory frameworks. The plant is situated inland, away from coastal areas, and its operations are integral to local water management. As a UK wastewater facility, SNARROWS STW is subject to the Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which mandates secondary treatment for agglomerations of this size. The plant's treatment processes are designed to meet these standards, ensuring compliance with environmental regulations. The regulatory framework provides a robust baseline for performance. The treated effluent from SNARROWS STW is discharged into local watercourses, ultimately contributing to the River Trent catchment and the North Sea. The plant plays a key role in protecting the ecological health of these waters, supporting aquatic life and maintaining water quality standards in the region.

Environmental context

SNARROWS STW discharges into local streams that feed into the River Trent basin, which flows into the Humber Estuary and then the North Sea. The downstream environment supports diverse aquatic species and is important for migratory fish. The plant's operations help maintain water quality in this ecologically sensitive river system.

Frequently asked questions

SNARROWS STW is located in North West Leicestershire, Leicestershire, England, near the town of Belton.

SNARROWS STW serves approximately 43,000 people, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration under UK wastewater regulations.

The plant discharges treated effluent into local watercourses that flow into the River Trent catchment, ultimately reaching the North Sea.

As a UK plant, SNARROWS STW operates under the Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which requires secondary treatment for agglomerations of this size.

Under the Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive, plants serving over 10,000 people typically require secondary treatment, with tertiary treatment in sensitive areas.