Overview
ETE Cidade Ocidental is a wastewater treatment plant serving approximately 29,794 people in Cidade Ocidental, Goiás, Brazil. It operates under Brazil's national water quality regulations.
ETE Cidade Ocidental is a municipal wastewater treatment plant located in Cidade Ocidental, Goiás, Brazil. The plant serves a population of around 29,794 residents, placing it in the medium-agglomeration category for Brazilian wastewater infrastructure. It is situated in the Região Integrada de Desenvolvimento do Distrito Federal e Entorno, an area with significant urban growth near Brasília. As a Brazilian wastewater facility, ETE Cidade Ocidental is subject to CONAMA Resolution 430/2011 and other federal regulations that set effluent discharge standards. It serves a substantial population in the region. The plant discharges treated wastewater into local water bodies that ultimately drain into the Paraná River basin, one of South America's major river systems. This basin supports diverse aquatic ecosystems and provides water for agriculture, industry, and drinking water downstream. Proper treatment at this plant is essential to protect water quality in the region's streams and rivers.
Environmental context
The treated effluent from ETE Cidade Ocidental flows into local tributaries of the Paraná River basin, which drains into the Río de la Plata estuary. This watershed supports important aquatic habitats and is used for irrigation and water supply. The region's seasonal rainfall patterns can affect dilution capacity, making consistent treatment important for maintaining downstream water quality.
Frequently asked questions
ETE Cidade Ocidental is located in Cidade Ocidental, Goiás, Brazil, within the Região Integrada de Desenvolvimento do Distrito Federal e Entorno, near Brasília.
The plant serves approximately 29,794 people, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration under Brazilian wastewater standards.
The plant discharges treated effluent into local water bodies that are part of the Paraná River basin, which ultimately flows to the Río de la Plata estuary.
The plant operates under Brazilian federal regulations, including CONAMA Resolution 430/2011, which sets effluent quality standards for wastewater treatment plants.
For medium-sized agglomerations in Brazil, secondary treatment is typically required to meet national discharge standards, often using activated sludge or similar processes.
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