Overview
ETE UNIAO DOS PALMARES is a municipal wastewater treatment plant in União dos Palmares, Alagoas, Brazil. It serves approximately 14,295 people and is located inland, discharging into local waterways.
ETE UNIAO DOS PALMARES is a municipal wastewater treatment plant located in União dos Palmares, Alagoas, Brazil. The facility serves a population of around 14,295 people, placing it in the small to medium agglomeration category under Brazilian regulations. It is situated along Rodovia BR-104 in the northeastern region of the country. Brazil's wastewater treatment standards are governed by CONAMA Resolution 430/2011 and state-level environmental agencies. For plants of this scale, secondary treatment is typically required to meet effluent quality standards. The plant's operational details, including treatment process and capacity, are part of the municipal sanitation infrastructure managed by local authorities. The treated effluent from the plant is discharged into local water bodies that drain into the Mundaú River basin, eventually reaching the Atlantic Ocean near Maceió. The region's aquatic ecosystems rely on proper wastewater treatment to maintain water quality and support biodiversity, including fish populations and riparian habitats.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Mundaú River basin, which flows eastward through Alagoas and empties into the Atlantic Ocean via the Mundaú Lagoon. This watershed supports diverse aquatic life and is important for local fisheries. Proper treatment is essential to prevent nutrient enrichment and protect downstream water quality in the lagoon and coastal zone.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located on Rodovia BR-104 in União dos Palmares, Alagoas, Brazil, in the northeastern region of the country.
The plant serves approximately 14,295 people, classifying it as a small to medium agglomeration under Brazilian wastewater regulations.
The treated effluent is discharged into local waterways that flow into the Mundaú River basin, ultimately reaching the Atlantic Ocean via the Mundaú Lagoon.
The plant operates under Brazilian environmental regulations, including CONAMA Resolution 430/2011, which sets effluent quality standards, and is overseen by state environmental agencies in Alagoas.
For agglomerations of this size, secondary treatment is typically required to meet Brazilian effluent standards, often using biological processes such as activated sludge or stabilization ponds.
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