Overview
ETE DIONISIO CERQUEIRA is a wastewater treatment plant serving approximately 11,849 people in Dionísio Cerqueira, Santa Catarina, Brazil. It operates under Brazil's national wastewater regulations.
ETE DIONISIO CERQUEIRA is a wastewater treatment plant located in the municipality of Dionísio Cerqueira, in the state of Santa Catarina, Brazil. The plant serves a population of approximately 11,849 residents, placing it in the medium-agglomeration category for Brazilian wastewater infrastructure. It is situated in the southern region of Brazil, near the border with Argentina. As a plant serving a medium-sized population in Brazil, ETE DIONISIO CERQUEIRA is subject to national regulations under the Brazilian National Environmental Council (CONAMA) and state-level environmental agencies. These regulations typically require secondary treatment for municipal wastewater to protect water quality. It is expected to meet the standards set by the regulatory framework for its scale. The plant discharges treated wastewater into local water bodies that ultimately drain into the Uruguay River basin, which flows into the Rio de la Plata estuary. This region is ecologically significant, supporting diverse aquatic life and providing water resources for agriculture and communities downstream. Proper treatment at this plant helps maintain water quality in the sensitive watershed.
Environmental context
The plant's treated effluent flows into local streams that are part of the Uruguay River basin. The Uruguay River forms part of the border between Brazil and Argentina and eventually joins the Paraná River to form the Rio de la Plata estuary, a major ecological and economic resource. The watershed supports diverse aquatic species and is important for regional agriculture and drinking water supplies. Protecting this downstream environment requires effective wastewater treatment to prevent nutrient pollution and maintain water quality.
Frequently asked questions
ETE DIONISIO CERQUEIRA is located in Linha Barra da União, in the municipality of Dionísio Cerqueira, Santa Catarina, Brazil. It serves the local population in the southern region of the country near the border with Argentina.
The plant serves approximately 11,849 people, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration under Brazilian wastewater infrastructure standards.
The plant discharges treated wastewater into local water bodies that are part of the Uruguay River basin. The effluent eventually reaches the Rio de la Plata estuary after flowing through the Uruguay River.
The plant helps protect the water quality of streams in the Uruguay River basin, including the Uruguay River itself, which flows into the Rio de la Plata estuary. This watershed is vital for regional ecology and water supply.
The plant operates under Brazil's national wastewater regulations, including CONAMA resolutions and state-level environmental standards. For a medium-sized agglomeration, secondary treatment is typically required to reduce organic pollutants and protect receiving water bodies.
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