ETE BARROSO Wastewater Treatment Plant, Fortaleza, Ceará, Brazil

ETE BARROSO is a wastewater treatment plant located in the Caça e Pesca neighborhood of Fortaleza, in the state of Ceará, Brazil. The plant serves a small population of about 2,574 residents, reflecting its role in local sanitation infrastructure within the broader Fortaleza metropolitan area. The plant provides secondary treatment, which is the standard biological treatment level required under Brazilian regulations (CONAMA resolutions) for municipal wastewater. The plant's discharge volume of 370.13 (likely cubic meters per day) indicates a modest scale consistent with the population served. The treated effluent is discharged into the coastal environment near Praia do Futuro, an important recreational and ecological area. The plant's proximity to the Atlantic Ocean means its discharge can affect local water quality and marine ecosystems. Proper treatment helps protect coastal waters and supports the health of the region's beaches and marine life.

The plant discharges into the coastal waters of the Atlantic Ocean near Praia do Futuro in Fortaleza. This area is part of the Brazilian northeast coast, characterized by warm waters and diverse marine life, including coral reefs and fish species. The discharge point is within 10 km of the coast, making the plant's effluent quality critical for maintaining beach water quality and protecting nearshore ecosystems from nutrient pollution and pathogens.