Overview
ETE Itatinga SP is a municipal wastewater treatment plant serving approximately 14,500 people in Itatinga, São Paulo, Brazil. It operates under Brazil's national water quality regulations.
ETE Itatinga SP is a municipal wastewater treatment plant located in the city of Itatinga, within the state of São Paulo, Brazil. The plant serves a population of approximately 14,486 residents, placing it in the small-to-medium agglomeration category for Brazilian wastewater infrastructure. Itatinga is situated in the southeastern region of Brazil, an area characterized by a subtropical climate and a mix of urban and agricultural land use. Under Brazil's regulatory framework, wastewater treatment plants are governed by CONAMA resolutions and state-level environmental agencies. For plants serving populations around 15,000, secondary treatment is typically required to meet effluent standards. It is expected to comply with national discharge standards set by the São Paulo state environmental agency (CETESB). The treated effluent from ETE Itatinga SP is discharged into local water bodies that are part of the Paraná River basin, one of the largest river systems in South America. The receiving waters ultimately flow into the Río de la Plata estuary, supporting diverse aquatic ecosystems and providing water resources for downstream communities. Proper treatment at this plant helps protect water quality in the region's rivers and contributes to the ecological health of the broader basin.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into local streams within the Paraná River basin, which drains into the Río de la Plata estuary. This watershed supports diverse aquatic life, including fish species important for regional fisheries. The subtropical climate and agricultural activity in the area can contribute to nutrient loading, making effective wastewater treatment critical for preventing eutrophication and maintaining downstream water quality.
Frequently asked questions
ETE Itatinga SP is located in the city of Itatinga, in the state of São Paulo, Brazil. It serves the municipal area of Itatinga.
The plant serves approximately 14,486 people, classifying it as a small-to-medium agglomeration under Brazilian wastewater standards.
The treated effluent is discharged into local water bodies within the Paraná River basin, which ultimately flows into the Río de la Plata estuary.
The plant operates under Brazil's CONAMA resolutions and is regulated by the São Paulo state environmental agency (CETESB), which enforces effluent quality standards for municipal wastewater.
For plants of this scale, secondary treatment is typically required to meet national discharge standards, often involving biological processes such as activated sludge or stabilization ponds.
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