Overview
ETE Ulisses Guimarães is a secondary treatment plant serving Caçador, Santa Catarina, Brazil. It discharges treated wastewater into local waterways, supporting the region's sanitation infrastructure.
ETE Ulisses Guimarães is a wastewater treatment plant located in Caçador, Santa Catarina, Brazil. It serves a population of approximately 2,430 residents, classifying it as a small-scale municipal facility. The plant is situated in the southern region of Brazil, an area characterized by subtropical climate and rolling hills. The plant provides secondary treatment, which is the standard biological process for removing organic matter and suspended solids. Under Brazilian regulations (CONAMA resolutions and state-level environmental laws), secondary treatment is typically required for inland discharges to protect water quality. The plant's discharge volume is 357.70 units (likely cubic meters per day or similar), indicating consistent operation. The treated effluent is released into local water bodies that drain into the Rio do Peixe basin, eventually reaching the Uruguay River system. This watershed supports diverse aquatic life and is used for agriculture and water supply downstream. The plant's operation helps maintain the ecological balance of these rivers by reducing pollutant loads.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Rio do Peixe basin, a tributary of the Uruguay River, which flows into the Rio de la Plata estuary. This watershed supports a mix of agricultural and natural areas, with sensitive aquatic habitats. The secondary treatment reduces organic pollution, protecting fish populations and water quality for downstream communities.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located at Rua Guilherme Lauro Rupp, Bom Sucesso, Caçador, Santa Catarina, Brazil.
The plant serves approximately 2,430 residents in the Caçador area.
The plant provides secondary treatment, which involves biological processes to remove organic matter and suspended solids.
Brazilian environmental standards (CONAMA resolutions) require secondary treatment for inland discharges to protect water quality. The plant's operation aligns with these national requirements.
For small agglomerations (under 10,000 people) in Brazil, secondary treatment is standard. This ensures compliance with federal discharge limits and protects local water bodies.
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