Overview
ETE JOAO DE DEUS is a wastewater treatment plant in Petrolina, Pernambuco, Brazil, serving approximately 38,665 people. It operates under Brazil's national water quality regulations.
ETE JOAO DE DEUS is a wastewater treatment plant located in Petrolina, within the state of Pernambuco, Brazil. The plant serves a population of approximately 38,665 residents, classifying it as a medium-sized municipal facility in the region. Brazil's wastewater treatment standards are governed by CONAMA Resolution 430/2011 and the National Water Resources Policy. For plants of this scale, secondary treatment is typically required to meet effluent quality standards before discharge. The plant discharges treated effluent into the São Francisco River basin, one of Brazil's most important watercourses. The São Francisco River flows eastward to the Atlantic Ocean, supporting diverse aquatic ecosystems and providing water for agriculture, industry, and human consumption across multiple states. Proper treatment at ETE JOAO DE DEUS helps protect downstream water quality and ecological health.
Environmental context
The plant's treated effluent enters the São Francisco River basin, which drains into the Atlantic Ocean. The São Francisco River is a critical water source for northeastern Brazil, supporting irrigation, drinking water, and hydroelectric power. Downstream ecosystems include riparian forests and wetlands that provide habitat for fish, birds, and other wildlife. Effective wastewater treatment is essential to prevent nutrient pollution and maintain water quality in this semi-arid region.
Frequently asked questions
ETE JOAO DE DEUS is located in Petrolina, in the state of Pernambuco, Brazil. The plant is situated in the João de Deus neighborhood along Avenida João Barbosa da Cunha.
The plant serves approximately 38,665 people, making it a medium-sized municipal wastewater treatment facility in the Petrolina region.
The plant discharges treated effluent into the São Francisco River basin, which flows eastward to the Atlantic Ocean. The São Francisco River is a major watercourse in northeastern Brazil.
Brazil's wastewater treatment is regulated under CONAMA Resolution 430/2011 and the National Water Resources Policy. Plants serving agglomerations of this scale are typically required to meet secondary treatment standards to protect receiving water bodies.
For medium-sized agglomerations in Brazil, secondary treatment is standard. Common processes include activated sludge, stabilization ponds, or anaerobic systems, depending on local conditions and regulatory requirements.
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