Overview
ETE RUBIAO JUNIOR PARTE 1 serves Botucatu, São Paulo, Brazil, treating wastewater for approximately 14,899 people. The plant operates under Brazil's national wastewater regulations.
ETE RUBIAO JUNIOR PARTE 1 is a wastewater treatment plant located in Botucatu, within the state of São Paulo, Brazil. It serves a population of approximately 14,899 people, placing it in the medium agglomeration category for the region. The plant is situated inland, away from coastal areas, and its operations are part of the municipal infrastructure managed by local authorities. Brazil's wastewater treatment standards are governed by federal regulations, including CONAMA resolutions and the National Water Resources Policy. For plants of this scale, secondary treatment is typically required to meet effluent quality standards. It is expected to comply with national norms for organic load removal and pathogen reduction. The treated effluent from the plant is discharged into local water bodies within the Paraná River basin, which ultimately drains into the Río de la Plata estuary. The region's water resources support diverse aquatic life and are used for agriculture and drinking water supply downstream. Proper treatment at this plant helps protect water quality in the basin.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Paraná River basin, which flows through southeastern Brazil and eventually reaches the Río de la Plata estuary. This watershed supports important ecosystems, including riparian forests and wetlands that provide habitat for fish and migratory birds. The region's water resources are also critical for irrigation and municipal supply, making effective wastewater treatment essential for maintaining ecological balance and public health.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Botucatu, in the state of São Paulo, Brazil, along Estrada Municipal in the southeastern region of the country.
The plant serves approximately 14,899 people, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration under Brazilian wastewater standards.
The treated effluent is discharged into local water bodies within the Paraná River basin, which flows into the Río de la Plata estuary.
The plant operates under Brazil's federal wastewater regulations, including CONAMA resolutions and the National Water Resources Policy, which set effluent quality standards.
For medium-sized agglomerations, secondary treatment is typically required to reduce organic matter and pathogens, often using activated sludge or lagoon systems.
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