ETE AGUA LIMPA LAVRAS - Wastewater Treatment Plant in Lavras, Minas Gerais

ETE AGUA LIMPA LAVRAS is a municipal wastewater treatment plant located in Lavras, in the state of Minas Gerais, Brazil. The plant serves an estimated population of 26,538, making it a medium-sized facility within the region's sanitation infrastructure. It is situated in the Jardins neighborhood, accessible via Estrada da AABB, and plays a key role in managing the city's wastewater. Brazil's wastewater treatment sector is regulated by federal laws such as the National Water Resources Policy (Law 9.433/1997) and the National Environmental Policy (Law 6.938/1981), with oversight from state environmental agencies. For a plant of this scale, secondary treatment is typically required to meet discharge standards. The treated effluent from ETE AGUA LIMPA LAVRAS is discharged into a local water body, contributing to the protection of downstream ecosystems. The plant's operations help safeguard water quality in the Rio Grande basin, which flows into the Paraná River system and ultimately to the Río de la Plata estuary. This supports aquatic life and downstream water uses.

The plant discharges into a tributary of the Rio Grande, part of the Paraná River basin, which drains into the Río de la Plata estuary. This watershed supports diverse aquatic ecosystems and is important for regional water supply and agriculture. Proper treatment helps prevent nutrient pollution and protects downstream habitats.