Overview
ETE Serra Negra SP is a municipal wastewater treatment plant serving Amparo, São Paulo, Brazil. It treats wastewater from approximately 16,657 people and discharges into local water bodies.
ETE Serra Negra SP is a wastewater treatment plant located in Amparo, within the state of São Paulo, Brazil. The facility serves a population of about 16,657 residents, placing it in the medium-sized agglomeration category for the region. As a Brazilian wastewater treatment plant, it operates under the national regulatory framework established by the National Environmental Council (CONAMA) and state environmental agencies. For agglomerations of this scale, secondary treatment is typically required to meet effluent standards before discharge. The plant's treated effluent is released into local watercourses that drain into the Piracicaba River basin, which ultimately flows into the Paraná River system. This watershed supports diverse aquatic life and provides water for downstream communities and agriculture.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Piracicaba River basin, a tributary of the Paraná River system. This watershed is ecologically significant, supporting diverse fish species and providing water for irrigation and drinking water supplies. The region's subtropical climate and agricultural land use make proper wastewater treatment essential for maintaining water quality and preventing eutrophication in downstream reservoirs.
Frequently asked questions
ETE Serra Negra SP is located in Amparo, a city in the state of São Paulo, Brazil. It serves the local population with wastewater treatment services.
The plant serves approximately 16,657 people, classifying it as a medium-sized wastewater treatment facility for the region.
The treated effluent is discharged into local watercourses within the Piracicaba River basin, which is part of the larger Paraná River system.
The plant operates under Brazil's national environmental regulations, including CONAMA resolutions, and is subject to oversight by the São Paulo state environmental agency (CETESB).
For agglomerations of this size, Brazilian regulations typically require secondary treatment to reduce organic matter and suspended solids before discharge.
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