New waste water tank in Albessen: odor emissions finally stopped!

New waste water tank in Albessen: odor emissions finally stopped!

In the small community of Albessen near Kusel, a persistent odor problem related to wastewater disposal was successfully resolved. The installation of a pumping station that directs wastewater to Konken had caused major complaints from residents in the past. In Hohlstrasse in particular, there were real “smell attacks” that significantly impaired the quality of life of the citizens Rhine Palatinate reported.

To improve the situation, the pumping frequency was increased and a storage tank for odor absorbent was installed. However, this tank, which only holds 1000 liters, has to be refilled weekly. The local mayor Joachim Deckbar has now announced that a larger tank is planned in order to minimize the effort required for refilling. The local council has already approved the proposal. This could come as a relief to residents who have suffered from the smells. The expenses for the new tank installation will be borne by the municipality.

Information about Albessen

Albessen is a small, historically grown village in the Kusel municipality, which lies in a fertile valley. The region is known for its agricultural character and has a small population that has remained relatively stable in recent years. The place has an exciting history that goes back to the Stone Age and is documented by finds in the area. The first written mentions of the village date from the early Middle Ages, and it was owned by the diocese of Reims before becoming part of the Counts of Veldenz. Although Albessen has retained much of its rural identity, most residents now commute to work in nearby towns such as Kusel and Kaiserslautern regionalgeschichte.net is to be read.