Overview
WHALEY BRIDGE STW serves approximately 39,000 people in High Peak, Derbyshire, England. The plant operates under the UK's wastewater regulatory framework, treating sewage from the local community before discharge.
WHALEY BRIDGE STW is a wastewater treatment plant located in High Peak, Derbyshire, in the East Midlands of England. It serves a population of around 39,000 residents, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration under UK and EU standards. The plant is situated near the River Goyt, a tributary of the River Mersey, and plays a key role in protecting local water quality. The plant is expected to meet the requirements of the Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which mandates secondary treatment for populations of this size. The UK's Environment Agency oversees compliance through discharge permits, ensuring treated effluent meets environmental standards before release. The treated wastewater from WHALEY BRIDGE STW ultimately discharges into the River Goyt, which flows into the River Mersey and then into the Irish Sea. This catchment supports diverse aquatic life and is important for regional biodiversity. The plant's operation helps maintain the ecological health of the river system and downstream environments.
Environmental context
WHALEY BRIDGE STW discharges into the River Goyt, a tributary of the River Mersey, which flows into the Irish Sea. The River Goyt supports a variety of fish species and aquatic invertebrates, and the surrounding area includes ecologically sensitive habitats. The plant's treatment helps protect water quality in this important river system, which is used for recreation and supports local wildlife.
Frequently asked questions
WHALEY BRIDGE STW is located in High Peak, Derbyshire, in the East Midlands of England, United Kingdom.
WHALEY BRIDGE STW serves approximately 39,217 people, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration.
Treated wastewater from WHALEY BRIDGE STW is discharged into the River Goyt, which flows into the River Mersey and eventually into the Irish Sea.
WHALEY BRIDGE STW operates under the UK's implementation of the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which requires secondary treatment for agglomerations of this size. The Environment Agency issues discharge permits to ensure compliance.
For plants serving around 39,000 people in the UK, secondary treatment is typically required under the Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive. This involves biological treatment to reduce organic matter and suspended solids before discharge.
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