Overview
ETE MABAPE is a wastewater treatment plant in Ilhéus, Bahia, Brazil, serving approximately 12,761 people. It is located near the coast and discharges into the local watershed.
ETE MABAPE is a wastewater treatment plant located in Ilhéus, a coastal city in the state of Bahia, Brazil. The plant serves a population of about 12,761 residents, placing it in the small-to-medium agglomeration category. Its location near the Atlantic coast means that treated effluent ultimately reaches the ocean, making proper treatment essential for protecting marine ecosystems. The plant operates under Brazil's national environmental regulations, which require wastewater treatment for urban agglomerations. For plants of this scale, secondary treatment is typically expected to reduce organic load and pathogens before discharge. The designed capacity is 1.00 (likely in cubic meters per second or similar unit), indicating the plant's intended throughput. Given its proximity to the coast, effluent likely flows into a river or estuary that drains into the Atlantic Ocean. This coastal setting underscores the importance of effective treatment to prevent nutrient pollution and protect sensitive coastal habitats, including mangroves and coral reefs common in the Bahia region.
Environmental context
The plant is situated in Ilhéus, Bahia, within the coastal drainage basin of the Atlantic Ocean. The local watershed includes rivers and estuaries that support diverse aquatic life, including mangroves and fish species. Downstream, the effluent contributes to the nutrient load of coastal waters, which can affect marine ecosystems such as coral reefs and seagrass beds. Effective treatment is critical to minimize eutrophication and protect biodiversity in this ecologically sensitive region.
Frequently asked questions
ETE MABAPE is located in Ilhéus, a coastal city in the state of Bahia, Brazil. Its address is near Ponte Jorge Amado in the Pontal neighborhood.
The plant serves approximately 12,761 people, classifying it as a small-to-medium agglomeration under Brazilian wastewater management standards.
The plant discharges treated effluent into the local watershed, which ultimately drains into the Atlantic Ocean. The coastal location means effluent reaches marine environments.
The plant operates under Brazil's national environmental regulations, including CONAMA resolutions that set effluent quality standards. For plants of this scale, secondary treatment is typically required to reduce organic matter and pathogens.
For agglomerations of this size, Brazilian regulations generally mandate secondary treatment, which includes biological processes to remove organic pollutants. This helps protect receiving water bodies and public health.
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