Overview
ETE BENGUI is a municipal wastewater treatment plant in Belém, Pará, Brazil, serving approximately 31,697 people. It is located within 50 km of the coast, discharging into the Amazon River delta system.
ETE BENGUI is a wastewater treatment plant serving the Parque Verde area of Belém, the capital of Pará state in northern Brazil. The plant serves a population of around 31,697 residents, placing it in the medium-agglomeration category under Brazilian regulatory frameworks. Belém is a major port city situated at the mouth of the Amazon River, where the river meets the Atlantic Ocean. Brazil's wastewater treatment standards are governed by CONAMA resolutions and state-level environmental agencies. The plant's designed capacity is 1.00 (likely in cubic meters per second or similar unit), indicating a facility sized for its service population. The plant's treated effluent ultimately drains into the Amazon River system, which flows into the Atlantic Ocean. This region is ecologically significant, supporting vast mangrove forests and diverse aquatic life. The proximity to the coast (within 50 km) means that nutrient and pathogen removal are critical to protect downstream estuarine and marine ecosystems.
Environmental context
ETE BENGUI discharges into the Amazon River basin, which empties into the Atlantic Ocean via the Amazon River delta. This area is ecologically sensitive, supporting extensive mangrove forests and serving as a nursery for fish and crustaceans. The plant's location within 50 km of the coast means its effluent can influence coastal water quality, making effective treatment essential for protecting downstream habitats and biodiversity.
Frequently asked questions
ETE BENGUI is located in the Parque Verde neighborhood of Belém, the capital of Pará state in northern Brazil. Its address is 130, Passagem São Francisco, Quadra D, Parque Verde, Belém, Pará.
ETE BENGUI serves approximately 31,697 residents, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration under Brazilian wastewater regulations.
The plant discharges treated effluent into the Amazon River system, which flows into the Atlantic Ocean. Given its coastal proximity, the plant's discharge is subject to environmental controls to protect downstream ecosystems.
ETE BENGUI operates under Brazil's national wastewater regulations, including CONAMA resolutions and state-level permits from Pará's environmental agency. Plants of this scale are typically required to meet secondary treatment standards.
For medium-sized agglomerations in Brazil, secondary treatment is standard, often using activated sludge or lagoon systems. Effluent quality must comply with CONAMA Resolution 430/2011 limits for BOD, COD, and nutrients before discharge.
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