Overview
ETE Parque do Flamengo is a secondary treatment plant in Viana, Espírito Santo, Brazil, serving 340 people. It discharges 44.93 units of treated wastewater, supporting local sanitation in the Greater Vitória region.
ETE Parque do Flamengo is a municipal wastewater treatment plant located in the Canaã neighborhood of Viana, within the Greater Vitória metropolitan area in Espírito Santo, Brazil. The plant serves a small population of 340 residents, reflecting its role in a localized community within the broader urban region. The plant provides secondary treatment, which is the standard biological process for removing organic matter and suspended solids. In Brazil, wastewater treatment is regulated by federal and state environmental agencies, with secondary treatment being a common requirement for municipal plants. The plant's discharge volume is recorded at 44.93 units, indicating its operational scale. The treated effluent is discharged into a local water body, contributing to the protection of downstream ecosystems. The plant is located more than 10 km from the coast but within 50 km, meaning its discharge ultimately influences the coastal watershed of Espírito Santo. Proper treatment helps safeguard water quality in rivers and estuaries that drain into the Atlantic Ocean, supporting aquatic life and public health.
Environmental context
The plant's discharge enters a local watercourse within the Espírito Santo coastal basin, which flows toward the Atlantic Ocean. This region features mangroves and estuaries that provide critical habitat for fish and migratory birds. Effective secondary treatment reduces organic pollution, helping maintain the ecological balance of downstream waters and supporting the health of the Greater Vitória estuary system.
Frequently asked questions
ETE Parque do Flamengo is located in the Canaã neighborhood of Viana, in the state of Espírito Santo, Brazil. It is part of the Greater Vitória metropolitan region.
The plant serves a population of 340 people, making it a small-scale municipal wastewater treatment facility.
The plant discharges treated effluent into a local water body within the Espírito Santo coastal basin, which eventually flows to the Atlantic Ocean.
The plant provides secondary treatment, which involves biological processes to remove organic matter and suspended solids, meeting standard municipal requirements.
In Brazil, wastewater treatment is regulated by federal laws such as the National Environmental Policy and state-level environmental agencies. Secondary treatment is typical for small plants like this, ensuring compliance with discharge standards to protect water resources.
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