Woodhall Spa STW - Wastewater Treatment Plant in East Lindsey, Lincolnshire

Woodhall Spa STW is a wastewater treatment plant located in East Lindsey, Lincolnshire, England. It serves the village of Woodhall Spa and surrounding areas, with a population equivalent of approximately 5,052 people. The plant is situated inland, more than 50 km from the coast, and discharges into local watercourses within the Lincolnshire catchment. As a small agglomeration under UK regulations, the plant is expected to provide secondary treatment in line with the Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (UWWTD) transposed into UK law. The plant's designed capacity of 1.00 indicates it is sized for the local population. UK permits for such facilities are issued by the Environment Agency, ensuring compliance with discharge standards. The treated effluent from Woodhall Spa STW ultimately drains into the River Witham catchment, which flows into The Wash, a large estuary and important ecological area on the east coast of England. The Wash supports diverse birdlife and marine habitats, making the plant's discharge quality critical for downstream environmental health.

The plant discharges into the River Witham catchment, which flows into The Wash, a major estuary on the east coast of England. The Wash is an ecologically sensitive area supporting diverse bird populations, salt marshes, and marine life. As a small inland plant, its effluent contributes to the overall water quality of the catchment, which is important for both local ecosystems and the downstream estuarine environment.