Overview
ETE VIANA ES is a wastewater treatment plant in Viana, Espírito Santo, Brazil, serving approximately 14,419 people. It is located within 50 km of the coast, discharging into the local watershed.
ETE VIANA ES is a municipal wastewater treatment facility located in Viana, within the metropolitan region of Greater Vitória, Espírito Santo, Brazil. The plant serves a population of around 14,419, placing it in the medium agglomeration category for Brazilian wastewater infrastructure. Brazil's wastewater treatment regulations are governed by the National Environmental Council (CONAMA) and state environmental agencies. For plants of this scale, secondary treatment is typically required to meet discharge standards. The plant's treated effluent is discharged into local water bodies that drain into the Atlantic Ocean via the Espírito Santo coastal basin. This region supports diverse aquatic life and is important for local fisheries and recreation. Proper treatment is essential to protect downstream ecosystems and coastal water quality.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Espírito Santo coastal basin, which flows into the Atlantic Ocean. The receiving waters support estuarine and marine habitats, including mangroves and coastal lagoons that are ecologically sensitive. Effective treatment helps maintain water quality for aquatic life and downstream communities.
Frequently asked questions
ETE VIANA ES is located in Viana, within the metropolitan region of Greater Vitória, Espírito Santo, Brazil. The address is Rua São João, Vila Bethania, Viana.
The plant serves approximately 14,419 people, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration under Brazilian wastewater standards.
The treated effluent is discharged into local water bodies within the Espírito Santo coastal basin, which ultimately drains into the Atlantic Ocean.
The plant operates under Brazilian environmental regulations, including CONAMA resolutions and state-level permits from the Espírito Santo environmental agency, which set discharge standards for water quality.
For medium-sized agglomerations in Brazil, secondary treatment is typically required to reduce organic matter and suspended solids before discharge, in line with national effluent standards.
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