Overview
ETE VILA MASSU is a wastewater treatment plant serving Casa Nova, Bahia, Brazil. It serves a population of approximately 36,975 and is located within 50 km of the coast.
ETE VILA MASSU is a wastewater treatment plant located in Casa Nova, a municipality in the state of Bahia, Brazil. The plant serves a population of around 36,975 people, placing it in the medium agglomeration category. It is situated in the semi-arid region of northeastern Brazil, near the São Francisco River basin. As a Brazilian wastewater facility, ETE VILA MASSU operates under the national environmental regulations overseen by the National Water Agency (ANA) and state environmental agencies. For a plant of this scale, secondary treatment is typically required to meet effluent standards. The designed capacity is reported as 1.00, though the unit is unspecified, suggesting a need for further context on its operational scale. The plant's treated effluent likely discharges into local water bodies that drain into the São Francisco River, one of Brazil's most important rivers, flowing into the Atlantic Ocean. The region supports diverse aquatic life and is ecologically sensitive due to its semi-arid climate and reliance on the river for water supply.
Environmental context
The plant is located in the São Francisco River basin, which drains into the Atlantic Ocean. The São Francisco River is a vital water source for northeastern Brazil, supporting agriculture, hydropower, and biodiversity. The downstream environment includes the river's estuary and coastal zone, which are important for fish spawning and migratory birds. The semi-arid climate makes water quality management critical for maintaining ecosystem health.
Frequently asked questions
ETE VILA MASSU is located in Casa Nova, a municipality in the state of Bahia, in northeastern Brazil. The plant is situated in the semi-arid region near the São Francisco River.
The plant serves approximately 36,975 people, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration under Brazilian wastewater standards.
The treated effluent from ETE VILA MASSU is likely discharged into local water bodies that flow into the São Francisco River, which ultimately reaches the Atlantic Ocean.
The plant operates under Brazilian environmental regulations, including the National Water Resources Policy and state-level permits. Plants of this scale typically require secondary treatment to meet effluent standards.
For a plant serving around 37,000 people in Brazil, secondary treatment is standard, often involving biological processes such as activated sludge or stabilization ponds, to reduce organic matter and pathogens before discharge.
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