Overview
ETE Ouro Fino Barra do Garças is an advanced wastewater treatment plant serving 2,163 people in Barra do Garças, Mato Grosso, Brazil. It discharges 607.39 m³/day of treated effluent.
ETE Ouro Fino Barra do Garças is a wastewater treatment facility located in Barra do Garças, a city in the state of Mato Grosso, Brazil. The plant serves a population of 2,163 and operates with advanced treatment processes, ensuring high-quality effluent before discharge. Brazil's wastewater treatment is regulated by federal standards under CONAMA resolutions, which set discharge limits for various pollutants. For a plant of this scale, advanced treatment is typical to protect receiving water bodies, especially in sensitive areas. The plant's discharge volume is 607.39 m³/day, indicating a moderate flow for a small community. The treated effluent likely discharges into a local watercourse that flows into the Araguaia River basin, a major tributary of the Tocantins River. This region is ecologically important, supporting diverse aquatic life and wetlands. Proper treatment helps maintain water quality in this sensitive watershed.
Environmental context
The plant is located inland in the Cerrado biome, within the Araguaia River basin. The Araguaia River flows north to join the Tocantins River, which eventually reaches the Atlantic Ocean near the Amazon delta. This watershed supports diverse fish species and migratory birds, making advanced treatment crucial for preserving downstream ecosystems.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Barra do Garças, a city in the state of Mato Grosso, Brazil. It serves the local community with advanced wastewater treatment.
The plant serves a population of 2,163 people, making it a small-scale facility designed for a local community.
The plant discharges treated effluent at a rate of 607.39 m³/day, likely into a local watercourse that flows into the Araguaia River basin.
The plant protects the Araguaia River basin, which is part of the larger Tocantins River system. This watershed is ecologically important for aquatic biodiversity.
Brazil's wastewater treatment is governed by CONAMA resolutions, which set effluent quality standards. Advanced treatment at this plant ensures compliance with these national regulations, protecting water quality in the region.
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