Overview
STRATFIELD MORTIMER STW serves 5,360 people in Stratfield Mortimer, England. The plant discharges treated wastewater into local watercourses within the Thames River basin.
STRATFIELD MORTIMER STW is a wastewater treatment works serving the village of Stratfield Mortimer in West Berkshire, England. The plant treats sewage from approximately 5,360 residents, placing it in the small agglomeration category under UK and EU regulatory frameworks. As a UK treatment plant, it operates under the Urban Waste Water Treatment Regulations, which transpose the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC). For agglomerations of this size, secondary treatment is typically required, with additional nutrient removal if discharging into sensitive areas. The plant's discharge is regulated by the Environment Agency under a permit that sets limits on biochemical oxygen demand, suspended solids, and ammonia. The treated effluent is discharged into local streams that flow into the River Kennet, a tributary of the River Thames. The Thames basin supports diverse aquatic life and is an important ecological corridor in southern England. The plant plays a key role in protecting water quality in this catchment.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the River Kennet catchment, which flows into the River Thames and ultimately the North Sea. The Kennet is a chalk stream known for its clear water and biodiversity, supporting species such as brown trout and water crowfoot. Protecting this sensitive ecosystem requires effective nutrient removal to prevent eutrophication.
Frequently asked questions
STRATFIELD MORTIMER STW is located in Stratfield Mortimer, West Berkshire, England, United Kingdom.
The plant serves approximately 5,360 people, classifying it as a small agglomeration under UK wastewater regulations.
The treated effluent is discharged into local watercourses within the River Kennet catchment, which flows into the River Thames and eventually the North Sea.
The plant operates under the UK Urban Waste Water Treatment Regulations, which implement the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC). Discharge permits are issued by the Environment Agency.
For agglomerations of this size, secondary treatment is standard, often involving biological processes like activated sludge or trickling filters. Nutrient removal may be required if discharging into sensitive areas.
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