Overview
ETE Palmeiras Rio Claro is a municipal wastewater treatment plant serving approximately 5,544 people in Rio Claro, São Paulo, Brazil. It operates under Brazil's national water quality regulations.
ETE Palmeiras Rio Claro is a wastewater treatment plant located in Rio Claro, within the state of São Paulo, Brazil. The facility serves a population of around 5,544 residents, placing it in the small agglomeration category. It is situated in the southeastern region of Brazil, an area characterized by a subtropical climate and significant urban development. As a small-scale plant, ETE Palmeiras Rio Claro is subject to Brazil's environmental regulations, which require appropriate treatment to protect water quality. Plants of this size typically employ secondary treatment to meet discharge standards. The plant's design capacity and operational details are managed by local authorities to ensure compliance with national guidelines. The treated effluent from the plant is discharged into local water bodies that are part of the Paraná River basin, ultimately flowing into the Río de la Plata estuary. This watershed supports diverse aquatic life and provides water for agricultural and urban use. Proper treatment at this facility helps maintain the ecological health of the downstream environment.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Paraná River basin, which drains into the Río de la Plata estuary. This watershed is ecologically significant, supporting a variety of fish species and providing critical habitat for migratory birds. The region's subtropical climate and agricultural activities make effective wastewater treatment essential to prevent nutrient pollution and protect downstream water quality.
Frequently asked questions
ETE Palmeiras Rio Claro is located in Rio Claro, in the state of São Paulo, Brazil. The address is Avenida 1 JP, Jardim Nova Rio Claro, Rio Claro, São Paulo.
The plant serves approximately 5,544 people, classifying it as a small-scale wastewater treatment facility.
The treated effluent is discharged into local water bodies within the Paraná River basin, which ultimately flows into the Río de la Plata estuary.
The plant operates under Brazil's national water quality standards, which require appropriate treatment to protect receiving waters. For small agglomerations, secondary treatment is typically mandated.
In Brazil, small wastewater treatment plants serving populations under 10,000 often use secondary treatment processes such as activated sludge or stabilization ponds to meet discharge standards.
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