ETE Gravatal - Secondary Wastewater Treatment Plant in Gravatal, Santa Catarina

ETE Gravatal is a wastewater treatment plant located in Gravatal, Santa Catarina, Brazil. It serves a population of approximately 2,617 residents, providing secondary treatment to municipal wastewater. The plant is situated in the southern region of Brazil, within the Tubarão immediate geographic region. The plant operates under Brazil's national environmental regulations, which set standards for wastewater treatment and discharge. For a community of this size, secondary treatment is typical and aligns with the country's requirements for organic matter and pathogen reduction. The plant's discharge volume is recorded at 277.86 cubic meters per day, reflecting its role in managing local wastewater. The treated effluent from ETE Gravatal is discharged into nearby water bodies that ultimately drain into the Atlantic Ocean. This coastal proximity, within 50 km of the coast, means the plant's operations are important for protecting downstream aquatic ecosystems and coastal water quality. The plant contributes to the health of the region's watershed and supports the ecological balance of the area.

ETE Gravatal discharges treated wastewater into local streams that flow toward the Atlantic Ocean, passing through the Tubarão River basin. The region's coastal ecosystems, including mangroves and estuaries, are sensitive to nutrient inputs and require effective treatment to prevent eutrophication. The plant's secondary treatment helps reduce organic pollutants and supports the ecological health of downstream waters.