ETE CAPITAO ENEAS - Secondary Wastewater Treatment Plant in Capitao Eneas, Minas Gerais

ETE CAPITAO ENEAS is a municipal wastewater treatment plant located in Capitao Eneas, a city in the northern region of Minas Gerais, Brazil. The plant serves a population of approximately 3,958 residents, classifying it as a small-scale facility within the state's sanitation infrastructure. The plant employs secondary treatment, which typically involves biological processes to reduce organic matter and suspended solids. This level of treatment aligns with Brazilian regulatory standards for smaller communities, as established by the National Environment Council (CONAMA) and state environmental agencies. The plant discharges a daily volume of 228.96 cubic meters of treated wastewater. The treated effluent is released into local water bodies that eventually drain into the Sao Francisco River basin, one of Brazil's most important river systems. The downstream environment supports diverse aquatic life and provides water for agriculture and human consumption. Proper treatment at this plant helps protect water quality in the region's semi-arid ecosystem.

The plant discharges into local streams that flow into the Sao Francisco River basin, a major watershed in eastern Brazil. The Sao Francisco River supports a rich diversity of fish species and is a critical water source for millions of people. The surrounding region is characterized by semi-arid climate, making water quality management essential for sustaining local ecosystems and communities.