Overview
ETE JUQUEHY is a municipal wastewater treatment plant in Juqueí, São Sebastião, São Paulo, Brazil, serving approximately 3,246 people. It is located within 50 km of the coast, discharging into the local watershed.
ETE JUQUEHY is a wastewater treatment plant located in the Juqueí neighborhood of São Sebastião, a coastal municipality in São Paulo state, Brazil. The plant serves a population of around 3,246 residents, placing it in the small-agglomeration category under Brazilian regulatory frameworks. Brazil's wastewater treatment standards are governed by CONAMA resolutions and state-level environmental agencies. For plants of this scale, secondary treatment is typically required to reduce organic load and pathogens before discharge. The plant's treated effluent ultimately drains into the Atlantic Ocean via local streams and rivers. The region is part of the Serra do Mar coastal ecosystem, which supports Atlantic Forest remnants and diverse aquatic life. Proper treatment is critical to protect coastal water quality and recreational beaches in the area.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Juqueí River basin, which flows into the Atlantic Ocean along the northern coast of São Paulo. This coastal region is ecologically sensitive, supporting mangroves, restinga forests, and marine biodiversity. Treated effluent quality directly affects nearby beaches and the health of the adjacent marine environment.
Frequently asked questions
ETE JUQUEHY is located in the Juqueí neighborhood of São Sebastião, on the northern coast of São Paulo state, Brazil. The address is Rodovia Doutor Manoel Hippollyto Rego, Vila Progresso, Juqueí.
The plant serves approximately 3,246 people, classifying it as a small-scale wastewater treatment facility in Brazil.
Treated effluent from ETE JUQUEHY is discharged into the Juqueí River basin, which flows into the Atlantic Ocean. The plant's discharge contributes to the protection of local water quality and coastal ecosystems.
In Brazil, wastewater treatment plants are regulated by CONAMA resolutions and state environmental agencies. For small agglomerations like this, secondary treatment is typically required to meet effluent standards before discharge.
For plants of this scale in Brazil, common treatment processes include stabilization ponds, anaerobic reactors (such as UASB), or compact activated sludge systems. These technologies aim to reduce organic matter and pathogens to comply with national discharge standards.
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