ETE Vale do Ipe Wastewater Treatment Plant, Itapetinga, Bahia, Brazil

ETE Vale do Ipe is a municipal wastewater treatment plant located in Itapetinga, Bahia, Brazil. It serves a small population of 1,247 residents, providing secondary treatment to reduce organic pollutants and protect public health. The plant is situated in the northeastern region of Brazil, an area characterized by a tropical climate and seasonal rainfall patterns. As a secondary treatment facility, ETE Vale do Ipe meets the standard level of treatment expected for small agglomerations in Brazil. Brazilian regulations, including CONAMA resolutions, set effluent quality standards for wastewater discharges. The plant's discharge volume of 136.63 cubic meters reflects its scale and operational capacity. The treated effluent from ETE Vale do Ipe is discharged into local water bodies that drain into the Atlantic Ocean. The plant plays a key role in protecting downstream ecosystems, including rivers and coastal areas, from untreated sewage. Its operation helps maintain water quality in the region, supporting aquatic life and downstream communities.

The plant discharges into local waterways that flow through the Bahia region and ultimately reach the Atlantic Ocean. This coastal drainage area supports diverse aquatic ecosystems, including mangroves and estuaries. The secondary treatment provided by ETE Vale do Ipe reduces organic load and nutrients, helping to prevent eutrophication and protect downstream habitats.