Overview
ETE MARIA ISABEL is a wastewater treatment plant serving Araçatuba, São Paulo, Brazil. It serves a population of approximately 54,793 and operates under Brazil's national water quality regulations.
ETE MARIA ISABEL is a wastewater treatment plant located in Araçatuba, in the state of São Paulo, Brazil. The plant serves a population of around 54,793, placing it in the medium agglomeration category for Brazilian wastewater infrastructure. Brazil's wastewater treatment regulations are governed by the National Environment Council (CONAMA) and state-level environmental agencies. For plants of this scale, secondary treatment is typically required to meet effluent standards before discharge. The plant's designed capacity is 1.00 (likely in cubic meters per second or similar unit), indicating a significant treatment capability. The treated effluent from ETE MARIA ISABEL is discharged into local water bodies that are part of the Paraná River basin, one of the most important river systems in South America. The plant plays a crucial role in protecting downstream water quality and supporting the ecological health of the region's aquatic ecosystems.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Paraná River basin, which flows through southeastern Brazil and ultimately reaches the Río de la Plata estuary in Argentina and Uruguay. This basin supports diverse aquatic life and is a critical water resource for agriculture, industry, and drinking water. The plant's operations help mitigate nutrient and pollutant loads that could otherwise impact downstream ecosystems and water quality.
Frequently asked questions
ETE MARIA ISABEL is located in Araçatuba, in the state of São Paulo, Brazil. The full address is Rua Rubens Stringueta, Araçatuba, São Paulo.
The plant serves approximately 54,793 people, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration under Brazilian wastewater standards.
The treated effluent is discharged into local water bodies within the Paraná River basin, which ultimately flows to the Río de la Plata estuary.
The plant operates under Brazil's national environmental regulations set by CONAMA and state-level agencies in São Paulo, which mandate treatment standards for effluent quality.
For medium-sized agglomerations in Brazil, secondary treatment is typically required to meet discharge standards, often involving biological processes to reduce organic matter and nutrients.
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