Overview
ETE BAIRRO LUIS ALVES DE FREITAS serves Limoeiro do Norte, Ceará, Brazil, with a population of approximately 21,655. The plant operates under Brazil's national wastewater regulations.
ETE BAIRRO LUIS ALVES DE FREITAS is a wastewater treatment plant located in Limoeiro do Norte, within the state of Ceará in northeastern Brazil. The facility serves an estimated population of 21,655 residents, placing it in the medium agglomeration category for the region. As a Brazilian wastewater treatment plant, it is subject to CONAMA Resolution 430/2011 and other federal regulations that set effluent discharge standards. For agglomerations of this size, secondary treatment is typically required to protect receiving water bodies. The plant's operational details, including treatment process and capacity, are part of the municipal sanitation infrastructure managed by local authorities. The treated effluent from the plant ultimately drains into the Jaguaribe River basin, which flows into the Atlantic Ocean. This watershed supports diverse aquatic life and is important for local agriculture and fisheries. Proper treatment helps maintain water quality in this semi-arid region where water resources are critical.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Jaguaribe River basin, which flows eastward to the Atlantic Ocean near Aracati. This watershed is ecologically sensitive, supporting diverse aquatic species and providing water for irrigation in the semi-arid sertão region. Downstream, the Jaguaribe River estuary is an important nursery for fish and crustaceans, making effective wastewater treatment essential for maintaining ecosystem health.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Limoeiro do Norte, in the state of Ceará, northeastern Brazil. It serves the urban population of the municipality.
The plant serves approximately 21,655 people, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration under Brazilian sanitation standards.
The treated effluent is discharged into the Jaguaribe River basin, which flows to the Atlantic Ocean. The plant must comply with CONAMA effluent standards to protect water quality.
The plant operates under Brazilian federal regulations, including CONAMA Resolution 430/2011, which sets discharge limits for pollutants. State-level environmental agencies in Ceará oversee permitting and compliance.
For agglomerations of this size, secondary treatment is standard, often using activated sludge or stabilization ponds. The specific process at this plant is part of the municipal sanitation plan.
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