Overview
ETE 1 BARREIRAS serves Barreiras, Bahia, Brazil, treating wastewater for approximately 17,500 residents. The plant operates under Brazil's national water quality regulations.
ETE 1 BARREIRAS is a municipal wastewater treatment plant located in Barreiras, Bahia, in northeastern Brazil. The facility serves a population of about 17,500 people, placing it in the small-to-medium agglomeration category for the region. Brazil's wastewater treatment framework is governed by the National Environment Council (CONAMA) and state-level environmental agencies. The plant's treated effluent likely discharges into a local watercourse within the São Francisco River basin, one of Brazil's most important river systems. The São Francisco River flows eastward to the Atlantic Ocean, supporting diverse aquatic life and providing water for agriculture and communities along its course.
Environmental context
The plant is situated inland in the São Francisco River basin, which drains into the Atlantic Ocean. The river supports a rich ecosystem, including migratory fish species and riparian forests. Downstream waters are used for irrigation and drinking water, making effective treatment critical for maintaining water quality and ecological balance.
Frequently asked questions
ETE 1 BARREIRAS is located in Barreiras, Bahia, Brazil, in the northeastern region of the country.
The plant serves approximately 17,469 people, classifying it as a small-to-medium agglomeration.
The treated effluent likely discharges into a local watercourse within the São Francisco River basin, which flows to the Atlantic Ocean.
The plant operates under Brazil's CONAMA resolutions and state-level environmental permits, which set discharge standards for water quality.
For agglomerations of this size, secondary treatment is standard under Brazilian regulations to reduce organic matter and suspended solids before discharge.
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