Overview
ETE Morrinhos is a wastewater treatment plant serving the city of Morrinhos, Goiás, Brazil. It operates under Brazil's national water quality regulations for municipal wastewater.
ETE Morrinhos is a wastewater treatment plant located in Morrinhos, a city in the state of Goiás, Brazil. The plant serves a population of approximately 28,107 people, placing it in the medium-agglomeration category under Brazilian wastewater management frameworks. 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. Regulatory compliance ensures appropriate treatment for the community served. The plant discharges treated wastewater into local water bodies that drain into the Paranaíba River basin, part of the larger Paraná River system. This basin supports diverse aquatic life and is important for regional water supply and agriculture. Proper treatment at ETE Morrinhos helps protect downstream ecosystems and water quality in the Cerrado biome.
Environmental context
The plant's treated effluent likely enters tributaries of the Paranaíba River, which flows into the Paraná River and ultimately reaches the Río de la Plata estuary. The Cerrado region's watersheds are ecologically sensitive, supporting diverse aquatic species and providing critical water resources for agriculture and communities. Effective wastewater treatment is essential to prevent nutrient enrichment and maintain water quality in this important basin.
Frequently asked questions
ETE Morrinhos is located in the city of Morrinhos, in the state of Goiás, Brazil. It serves the local municipality as part of the regional wastewater infrastructure.
The plant serves approximately 28,107 people, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration under Brazilian wastewater management standards.
The treated wastewater is discharged into local water bodies that drain into the Paranaíba River basin, part of the Paraná River system. The plant's operations are regulated to protect downstream water quality.
The plant operates under Brazil's CONAMA Resolution 430/2011, which sets effluent quality standards for wastewater treatment plants. State-level environmental agencies in Goiás oversee permitting and compliance.
For medium-sized agglomerations in Brazil, secondary treatment is typically required to meet regulatory standards. This often involves biological processes such as activated sludge or stabilization ponds to reduce organic matter and pathogens.
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