Overview
ETE BARIRI is a municipal wastewater treatment plant serving Bariri, São Paulo, Brazil. It has a designed capacity of 1.00 unit and serves a population of approximately 29,376.
ETE BARIRI is a wastewater treatment plant located in Bariri, within the state of São Paulo, Brazil. The facility serves a population of around 29,376 residents, placing it in the medium agglomeration category for Brazilian wastewater infrastructure. Brazilian wastewater treatment plants are regulated under national standards set by the Ministry of Cities and state environmental agencies such as CETESB in São Paulo. For plants of this scale, secondary treatment is typically required to meet effluent quality standards before discharge. The treated effluent from ETE BARIRI is discharged into local water bodies that are part of the Tietê River basin, which flows through São Paulo state and eventually reaches the Paraná River system. This watershed supports diverse aquatic life and provides water for agricultural and urban uses downstream. Proper treatment is essential to protect water quality in this ecologically and economically important region.
Environmental context
ETE BARIRI discharges into the Tietê River basin, a major watershed in São Paulo state. The Tietê River flows through the state and joins the Paraná River, which ultimately drains into the Río de la Plata estuary. This basin supports diverse aquatic ecosystems and is critical for regional water supply, agriculture, and industry. Effective wastewater treatment helps prevent nutrient pollution and protects downstream habitats.
Frequently asked questions
ETE BARIRI is located in Bariri, in the state of São Paulo, Brazil. It serves the municipal wastewater needs of the local population.
ETE BARIRI serves approximately 29,376 people, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration under Brazilian wastewater standards.
The treated effluent from ETE BARIRI is discharged into local water bodies within the Tietê River basin, which flows through São Paulo state and eventually reaches the Paraná River system.
ETE BARIRI operates under Brazilian national wastewater regulations, enforced by state agencies such as CETESB in São Paulo. These standards require appropriate treatment levels to protect water quality.
For medium-sized agglomerations like Bariri, Brazilian regulations typically mandate secondary treatment to reduce organic matter and suspended solids before discharge, ensuring compliance with environmental standards.
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