Overview
ETE MURITIBA is a secondary treatment plant in Cachoeira, Bahia, Brazil, serving 2,792 people. It discharges 190.32 volume units and is located within 10 km of the coast.
ETE MURITIBA is a wastewater treatment plant located in the Tororó district of Cachoeira, in the state of Bahia, Brazil. It serves a population of 2,792 people, placing it in the small agglomeration category. The plant is situated in the northeastern region of Brazil, near the coast. The plant provides secondary treatment, which is the standard level required under Brazilian regulations for communities of this size. Secondary treatment typically involves biological processes to remove organic matter and suspended solids. The plant's proximity to the coast (within 10 km) means its discharge may influence coastal water quality. The region's drainage ultimately flows into the Atlantic Ocean, supporting estuarine and marine ecosystems. Effective treatment is important to protect these sensitive environments from nutrient pollution and other contaminants.
Environmental context
Located near the coast of Bahia, ETE MURITIBA discharges treated wastewater into a watershed that drains into the Atlantic Ocean. The coastal zone supports diverse aquatic life, including mangroves and estuarine habitats that are ecologically sensitive. Proper treatment helps mitigate impacts on these ecosystems, which are important for local fisheries and biodiversity.
Frequently asked questions
ETE MURITIBA is located in the Tororó district of Cachoeira, in the state of Bahia, Brazil. It serves the local community with wastewater treatment.
ETE MURITIBA serves a population of 2,792 people, classifying it as a small-scale wastewater treatment facility.
The plant discharges treated wastewater into the local watershed, which ultimately flows to the Atlantic Ocean. Its coastal location requires careful management to protect marine ecosystems.
ETE MURITIBA provides secondary treatment, which is the standard required by Brazilian regulations for communities of this size. This involves biological processes to reduce organic pollutants.
Brazil's wastewater treatment is governed by national standards under the Ministry of Cities and environmental agencies. Plants like ETE MURITIBA must comply with discharge permits that set limits on pollutants to protect water quality.
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