Overview
ETE Congonhas Urai is a secondary treatment plant serving Cornélio Procópio, Paraná, Brazil. It discharges 683.42 m³/day of treated wastewater, protecting local water resources.
ETE Congonhas Urai is a wastewater treatment plant located in Cornélio Procópio, within the state of Paraná, Brazil. The plant serves a population of approximately 7,445 people, making it a small-scale municipal facility in the southern region of the country. It operates under Brazil's national environmental regulations, which set standards for effluent quality and water resource protection. The plant provides secondary treatment, a standard level for communities of this size in Brazil. Secondary treatment typically involves biological processes to reduce organic matter and suspended solids. The plant's discharge volume of 683.42 m³/day indicates its operational scale. Brazilian regulations, such as CONAMA resolutions, guide treatment requirements and discharge limits for such facilities. The treated effluent from ETE Congonhas Urai is discharged into local water bodies, contributing to the protection of the Paraná River basin. The region's water resources support agriculture, industry, and ecosystems. Proper treatment helps maintain water quality in downstream rivers and ultimately the Paraná River, which flows into the Río de la Plata estuary. This plant plays a role in safeguarding public health and the environment in the Cornélio Procópio area.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into local streams that are part of the Paraná River basin, one of South America's major river systems. The Paraná River flows southward through Brazil, Paraguay, and Argentina, eventually reaching the Río de la Plata estuary. This watershed supports diverse aquatic life and is important for regional water supply and agriculture. The secondary treatment provided by the plant helps reduce nutrient and organic pollution, mitigating eutrophication risks in downstream water bodies.
Frequently asked questions
ETE Congonhas Urai is located in Cornélio Procópio, in the state of Paraná, Brazil. It serves the local municipality and surrounding areas.
The plant serves approximately 7,445 people, classifying it as a small-scale municipal wastewater treatment facility.
The treated effluent is discharged into local water bodies that are part of the Paraná River basin, ultimately flowing into the Río de la Plata estuary.
The plant provides secondary treatment, which typically involves biological processes to reduce organic matter and suspended solids before discharge.
The plant operates under Brazil's environmental framework, including CONAMA resolutions that set effluent standards. Secondary treatment is typical for small communities, ensuring compliance with national water quality goals.
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