Overview
ETE SEDE ARCOS is a wastewater treatment plant serving Arcos, Minas Gerais, Brazil. It serves a population of approximately 35,848 and has a designed capacity of 1.00 (unit unspecified).
ETE SEDE ARCOS is a wastewater treatment plant located in Arcos, in the state of Minas Gerais, Brazil. The plant serves a population of approximately 35,848, placing it in the medium agglomeration category for Brazilian wastewater infrastructure. As a Brazilian facility, the plant operates under national regulations including CONAMA resolutions and state-level environmental licensing. The plant discharges into the local watershed, which is part of the Rio São Francisco basin, one of Brazil's most important river systems. The treated effluent ultimately flows into the Atlantic Ocean, supporting aquatic ecosystems and downstream water users.
Environmental context
The plant is located inland in Minas Gerais, within the Rio São Francisco basin. The watershed drains into the São Francisco River, which flows northeast to the Atlantic Ocean. The region supports diverse aquatic life and is important for local agriculture and water supply.
Frequently asked questions
ETE SEDE ARCOS is located in Arcos, in the state of Minas Gerais, Brazil. The address is Rua Projetada, Esperança, Arcos.
The plant serves approximately 35,848 people, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration in Brazil.
The treated wastewater is discharged into the local watershed, which is part of the Rio São Francisco basin, ultimately flowing to the Atlantic Ocean.
The plant operates under Brazilian environmental regulations, including CONAMA resolutions and state-level licensing from Minas Gerais. For its size, secondary treatment is typically required.
In Brazil, wastewater treatment plants serving around 35,000 people usually employ secondary treatment processes, such as activated sludge or stabilization ponds, to meet national effluent standards.
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