Overview
ETE PEREIRA BARRETO serves Pereira Barreto, São Paulo, Brazil, treating wastewater for approximately 23,235 residents. The plant operates under Brazil's national water quality regulations.
ETE PEREIRA BARRETO is a municipal wastewater treatment plant located in Pereira Barreto, within the state of São Paulo, Brazil. It serves a population of about 23,235 people, placing it in the medium-sized agglomeration category for the region. The plant is situated in the southeastern part of the country, an area characterized by a tropical climate and significant agricultural activity. Brazil's wastewater treatment facilities are regulated under the National Environmental Council (CONAMA) resolutions and the National Water Resources Policy. For plants of this scale, secondary treatment is typically required to meet effluent standards before discharge. The operational framework ensures compliance with federal and state environmental standards. The treated effluent from ETE PEREIRA BARRETO likely discharges into local water bodies that drain into the Paraná River basin, one of South America's major river systems. This basin supports diverse aquatic ecosystems and is crucial for water supply, agriculture, and hydropower. The plant's location within 50 km of the coast suggests its discharge may eventually reach the Atlantic Ocean via the Paraná River system, highlighting the importance of effective treatment to protect downstream environments.
Environmental context
The plant is located within the Paraná River basin, which drains into the Río de la Plata estuary and ultimately the Atlantic Ocean. This watershed supports a rich diversity of aquatic life, including migratory fish species, and is vital for regional water resources. Effective wastewater treatment is essential to prevent nutrient loading and maintain water quality in this ecologically significant system.
Frequently asked questions
ETE PEREIRA BARRETO is located in Pereira Barreto, in the state of São Paulo, Brazil. It serves the local municipality as part of the regional wastewater infrastructure.
The plant serves approximately 23,235 residents, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration under Brazilian wastewater management standards.
The treated effluent is discharged into local water bodies that are part of the Paraná River basin, which flows into the Río de la Plata and the Atlantic Ocean.
The plant operates under Brazil's CONAMA resolutions and the National Water Resources Policy, which set effluent standards and treatment requirements for municipal wastewater.
For medium-sized agglomerations in Brazil, secondary treatment is typically required to meet federal effluent standards, often involving biological processes to reduce organic matter and nutrients.
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