Overview
Wolverhampton West Trescott STW serves approximately 31,702 people in South Staffordshire, England. The plant discharges treated wastewater into local watercourses, contributing to the River Severn basin.
Wolverhampton West Trescott STW is a wastewater treatment plant located in South Staffordshire, England, serving a population of around 31,702. The facility is situated near the village of Trescott and operates as part of the region's municipal wastewater infrastructure. As a plant serving a medium-sized agglomeration, it falls under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive 91/271/EEC, which requires secondary treatment as a minimum. The plant's treatment processes are designed to meet regulatory standards for effluent quality before discharge. The treated effluent is released into local watercourses that drain into the River Severn catchment, eventually reaching the Bristol Channel. This water body supports diverse aquatic life and is important for regional water quality management.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into local streams that feed into the River Severn, one of the longest rivers in the UK, which flows through the West Midlands and into the Bristol Channel. The Severn estuary is ecologically sensitive, supporting migratory fish species and diverse bird populations. The treatment plant plays a role in protecting downstream water quality in this important river basin.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located on Bridgnorth Road in Trescott, near Perton, in South Staffordshire, Staffordshire, England.
The plant serves approximately 31,702 people in the surrounding area.
Treated effluent is discharged into local watercourses that drain into the River Severn catchment, eventually reaching the Bristol Channel.
As a UK plant serving over 10,000 people, it operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (transposed into UK law) and is regulated by the Environment Agency.
Plants of this size typically provide secondary treatment as a minimum, with tertiary treatment often required in sensitive areas to meet strict effluent standards.
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