Overview
ETE Treze Tilias is an advanced wastewater treatment plant serving 1,876 people in Treze Tílias, Santa Catarina, Brazil. It discharges 174.66 m³/day of treated effluent into local water bodies.
ETE Treze Tilias is a wastewater treatment facility located in São José, Treze Tílias, in the state of Santa Catarina, Brazil. The plant serves a population of 1,876 residents and operates with advanced treatment technology, ensuring high-quality effluent before discharge. Brazil's wastewater treatment standards are governed by federal regulations such as CONAMA Resolution 430/2011, which sets effluent quality parameters. For a small agglomeration of this size, advanced treatment is above the minimum requirement, indicating a commitment to environmental protection. The treated wastewater is discharged into local water bodies that eventually flow into the Uruguay River basin, which drains into the Río de la Plata estuary. The advanced treatment helps protect downstream aquatic ecosystems and supports water quality in the region.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into streams that are part of the Uruguay River basin, which flows through southern Brazil and Uruguay before reaching the Río de la Plata estuary. This watershed supports diverse aquatic life and is important for regional water supply. The advanced treatment at ETE Treze Tilias helps reduce nutrient and pollutant loads, protecting downstream habitats and water quality.
Frequently asked questions
ETE Treze Tilias is located in São José, Treze Tílias, in the state of Santa Catarina, Brazil.
The plant serves a population of 1,876 residents.
The treated wastewater is discharged into local streams that are part of the Uruguay River basin, eventually reaching the Río de la Plata estuary.
The plant provides advanced treatment, which goes beyond the secondary treatment typically required for small agglomerations in Brazil.
The plant operates under Brazilian federal regulations, including CONAMA Resolution 430/2011, which sets effluent discharge standards for wastewater treatment plants.
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