Overview
ETE FRANCISCO SA is a secondary wastewater treatment plant serving Francisco Sá, Minas Gerais, Brazil. It treats wastewater for approximately 9,905 people with a discharge volume of 973.05 units.
ETE FRANCISCO SA is a municipal wastewater treatment plant located in Francisco Sá, a city in the state of Minas Gerais, Brazil. The plant serves a population of approximately 9,905 people, placing it in the small to medium agglomeration category. It operates under Brazil's national environmental regulations, which require secondary treatment for urban wastewater to protect water quality. The plant provides secondary treatment, which typically involves biological processes to remove organic matter and suspended solids. The discharge volume of 973.05 units indicates the scale of treated effluent released. Brazilian regulations, such as CONAMA resolutions, set standards for effluent quality and receiving water body protection. The treated effluent is discharged into local water bodies within the São Francisco River basin, a major river system that flows through Minas Gerais and into the Atlantic Ocean. The plant plays a key role in protecting downstream water quality and supporting aquatic ecosystems in the region.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into local streams that are part of the São Francisco River basin, one of Brazil's most important river systems. The São Francisco River flows through the semi-arid sertão region and supports diverse aquatic life, including migratory fish species. Downstream, the river reaches the Atlantic Ocean, where its estuary provides critical habitat. Protecting water quality in this basin is essential for maintaining ecological balance and supporting local communities.
Frequently asked questions
ETE FRANCISCO SA is located in Francisco Sá, a city in the state of Minas Gerais, Brazil. The plant serves the municipal wastewater needs of the local population.
The plant serves approximately 9,905 people, classifying it as a small to medium agglomeration under Brazilian wastewater management standards.
The treated effluent is discharged into local water bodies within the São Francisco River basin. The plant's secondary treatment process reduces organic pollutants before release.
The plant protects the water quality of streams and rivers within the São Francisco River basin, which flows through Minas Gerais and ultimately reaches the Atlantic Ocean.
The plant operates under Brazil's national environmental standards, including CONAMA resolutions that set effluent quality limits. Secondary treatment is typical for plants serving communities of this size to meet regulatory requirements.
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