Overview
THETFORD STW serves approximately 28,923 people in Thetford, Norfolk, England. The plant operates under the UK's wastewater regulatory framework, discharging treated effluent into the local river system.
THETFORD STW is a municipal wastewater treatment plant located in Thetford, Norfolk, England, serving a population of around 28,923. The plant is situated in the Breckland district and is part of the region's wastewater infrastructure managed under UK environmental regulations. As a medium-sized agglomeration, the plant is expected to meet secondary treatment standards under the Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (UWWTD), which is transposed into UK law. The plant operates within the regulatory framework that requires appropriate treatment to protect receiving waters. The treated effluent from THETFORD STW is discharged into the River Thet, a tributary of the River Little Ouse, which flows into the Great Ouse and ultimately reaches The Wash, an ecologically important estuary on the North Sea coast. The plant plays a key role in maintaining water quality in this river system, which supports diverse aquatic life and is used for recreation and agriculture.
Environmental context
THETFORD STW discharges into the River Thet, which joins the River Little Ouse near Thetford. The Little Ouse flows into the Great Ouse, which drains into The Wash, a large estuary on the North Sea coast. The Wash is an ecologically sensitive area supporting important bird populations and marine habitats. The plant's operations help protect this downstream environment by reducing nutrient and pollutant loads.
Frequently asked questions
THETFORD STW is located in Thetford, Norfolk, England, in the Breckland district. The address is 16, Coney Close, Thetford, IP24 3PE.
THETFORD STW serves approximately 28,923 people, making it a medium-sized agglomeration under the Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive.
THETFORD STW discharges treated effluent into the River Thet, a tributary of the River Little Ouse, which flows into the Great Ouse and eventually reaches The Wash estuary.
THETFORD STW operates under the UK's implementation of the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive, which requires secondary treatment for populations over 2,000. The plant's discharge is regulated to protect the River Thet and downstream waters.
For a plant serving around 29,000 people, secondary treatment is standard under UK regulations. This typically involves biological treatment to remove organic matter and solids, with possible tertiary treatment if the receiving water is sensitive.
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