Overview
ETE COXIM is a municipal wastewater treatment plant serving Coxim, Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil. It treats wastewater for approximately 2,278 residents in the inland region.
ETE COXIM is a wastewater treatment plant located in Coxim, a city in the state of Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil. The plant serves a population of about 2,278 people, placing it in the small agglomeration category. It is situated inland, far from the coast, in the Central-West region of Brazil. As a small-scale facility in Brazil, ETE COXIM operates under the national regulatory framework for basic sanitation, which includes standards for effluent quality and environmental protection. Brazilian regulations, such as CONAMA resolutions, set discharge limits for pollutants, and treatment plants of this size typically employ secondary treatment processes to meet these standards. The treated effluent from ETE COXIM is discharged into local water bodies within the Paraguay River basin, which ultimately flows into the Paraná River and then to the Río de la Plata estuary. The plant plays a crucial role in protecting the water quality of these downstream ecosystems, supporting aquatic life and human uses.
Environmental context
ETE COXIM discharges into the Paraguay River basin, part of the larger Paraná River system that drains into the Río de la Plata estuary. The surrounding region features the Pantanal, one of the world's largest tropical wetlands, which is ecologically sensitive and supports diverse aquatic life. Proper treatment helps prevent nutrient pollution and maintains the ecological balance of this important watershed.
Frequently asked questions
ETE COXIM is located in the city of Coxim, in the state of Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil. It serves the local population in the Central-West region.
The plant serves approximately 2,278 residents, classifying it as a small-scale wastewater treatment facility.
The treated effluent is discharged into local water bodies within the Paraguay River basin, which flows into the Paraná River and eventually the Río de la Plata estuary.
The plant operates under Brazilian environmental regulations, including CONAMA resolutions that set effluent quality standards for wastewater treatment plants.
For small agglomerations in Brazil, secondary treatment is typical, often using stabilization ponds or activated sludge systems to meet national discharge standards.
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