Overview
ETE Riachao do Jacuipe is a municipal wastewater treatment plant serving Riachão do Jacuípe, Bahia, Brazil. It operates under Brazil's national water quality regulations.
ETE Riachao do Jacuipe is a wastewater treatment plant located in Riachão do Jacuípe, a municipality in the state of Bahia, Brazil. The plant serves a population of approximately 16,526 people, placing it in the medium-agglomeration category under Brazilian regulatory frameworks. It is situated inland, away from the coast, and its operations are governed by Brazil's environmental legislation, including CONAMA resolutions and state-level permits. Brazilian regulations require wastewater treatment plants of this scale to meet effluent standards set by the National Environment Council (CONAMA). Typical plants in this region employ secondary treatment technologies such as activated sludge or stabilization ponds to comply with discharge limits. The plant is part of the municipal sanitation infrastructure managed by local authorities. The treated effluent from ETE Riachao do Jacuipe is discharged into local water bodies within the Jacuípe River basin, which ultimately drains into the Atlantic Ocean. The receiving waters support diverse aquatic life and are important for local communities. The plant plays a key role in protecting downstream ecosystems and public health by reducing organic and nutrient loads.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Jacuípe River basin, which flows through the semi-arid region of Bahia before reaching the Atlantic Ocean. The downstream environment includes seasonal rivers and reservoirs that support local agriculture and biodiversity. The plant's effluent management is critical for maintaining water quality in this water-stressed region, where aquatic ecosystems are sensitive to pollution and nutrient enrichment.
Frequently asked questions
ETE Riachao do Jacuipe is located in Riachão do Jacuípe, a municipality in the state of Bahia, Brazil. It serves the local urban population.
The plant serves approximately 16,526 people, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration under Brazilian wastewater regulations.
The treated effluent is discharged into local water bodies within the Jacuípe River basin, which flows to the Atlantic Ocean. The plant must comply with CONAMA effluent standards to protect receiving waters.
The plant protects the Jacuípe River and its tributaries, which are part of the broader coastal drainage system in Bahia. Proper treatment prevents pollution in these water bodies.
The plant operates under Brazil's National Environment Council (CONAMA) resolutions, which set effluent quality standards. State-level environmental agencies issue operating permits and monitor compliance.
Nearby plants