Overview
ETE AV BRASIL is a municipal wastewater treatment plant serving Mogi Guaçu, São Paulo, Brazil. It treats wastewater for approximately 80,000 residents in the southeastern region.
ETE AV BRASIL is a municipal wastewater treatment plant located in Mogi Guaçu, São Paulo, Brazil. The plant serves a population of approximately 80,000 people, placing it in the medium-to-large agglomeration category for the region. It is situated inland, away from coastal areas, and discharges into local water bodies that ultimately drain into the Atlantic Ocean via the Rio Grande and Paraná River systems. As a plant serving over 50,000 inhabitants, ETE AV BRASIL operates under Brazil's national environmental regulations, which require adequate treatment to protect water quality. Brazilian law mandates secondary treatment or equivalent for such facilities, with oversight by state environmental agencies like CETESB in São Paulo. It is expected to meet the standards set by CONAMA resolutions for effluent discharge. The plant's treated effluent likely flows into the Mogi Guaçu River, a tributary of the Rio Grande, which is part of the Paraná River basin. This watershed supports diverse aquatic life and provides water for agriculture and urban use downstream. Proper treatment at ETE AV BRASIL is essential to prevent nutrient pollution and maintain the ecological health of the river system.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Mogi Guaçu River, a tributary of the Rio Grande, which flows into the Paraná River basin and ultimately reaches the Atlantic Ocean. This watershed is ecologically sensitive, supporting diverse fish species and providing habitat for migratory birds. The region's tropical climate and agricultural activity make nutrient management critical to prevent eutrophication in downstream reservoirs.
Frequently asked questions
ETE AV BRASIL is located in Mogi Guaçu, in the state of São Paulo, Brazil. It serves the urban area of the municipality.
The plant serves approximately 80,000 people, classifying it as a medium-to-large agglomeration under Brazilian wastewater regulations.
The treated effluent is discharged into the Mogi Guaçu River, a tributary of the Rio Grande, which is part of the Paraná River basin.
The plant protects the Mogi Guaçu River and downstream waters in the Rio Grande and Paraná River basins, which are important for regional water supply and ecosystems.
The plant operates under Brazil's CONAMA resolutions and is overseen by CETESB, the São Paulo state environmental agency. Facilities serving over 50,000 people are required to provide secondary treatment or equivalent to meet effluent standards.
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