WINDSOR HAM ISLAND OLD WINDSO STW, Old Windsor

Overview

WINDSOR HAM ISLAND OLD WINDSO STW serves approximately 37,400 people in Old Windsor, England. The plant discharges treated wastewater into the River Thames, supporting the local water environment.

WINDSOR HAM ISLAND OLD WINDSO STW is a wastewater treatment plant located in Old Windsor, within the Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead, England. It serves a population of around 37,400, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration under UK and EU regulations. As a plant in the United Kingdom, it operates under the Urban Waste Water Treatment Regulations, which implement the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC). For agglomerations of this size, secondary treatment is typically required, with tertiary treatment in sensitive areas. The plant's treatment processes and capacity are managed to meet these regulatory standards. The treated effluent is discharged into the River Thames, which flows through London and into the North Sea. The Thames supports diverse aquatic life and is a vital ecological corridor. The plant plays a key role in protecting water quality in this major river system.

Environmental context

The plant discharges into the River Thames, which flows eastward through London and into the Thames Estuary, ultimately reaching the North Sea. The Thames supports a variety of fish species, including salmon and eels, and is an important migratory route. The plant's operations help maintain water quality in this ecologically sensitive river system.

Frequently asked questions

The plant is located in Old Windsor, within the Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead, England, United Kingdom.

The plant serves approximately 37,400 people, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration.

Treated wastewater from the plant is discharged into the River Thames, which flows through London and into the North 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.

Under the Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive, plants serving between 10,000 and 150,000 people generally require secondary treatment. In sensitive areas, additional tertiary treatment may be needed.