Overview
ETE VIVER MELHOR II is a secondary wastewater treatment plant in Manaus, Amazonas, Brazil, serving approximately 1,896 people. It discharges 227.34 cubic meters of treated wastewater daily.
ETE VIVER MELHOR II is a wastewater treatment plant located in Manaus, the capital of Amazonas state in northern Brazil. Situated in the heart of the Amazon rainforest, the plant serves a small population of about 1,896 residents, reflecting its role in a localized community within the broader metropolitan area. The plant provides secondary treatment, which is a standard biological process that removes organic matter and suspended solids. Under Brazilian regulations, wastewater treatment plants of this scale are typically required to meet effluent standards set by the National Environment Council (CONAMA). The treated effluent from ETE VIVER MELHOR II ultimately flows into the Amazon River basin, one of the most biodiverse and ecologically significant watersheds in the world. The Amazon River system supports vast floodplains, wetlands, and rainforest ecosystems, making proper wastewater treatment critical to protecting water quality and aquatic life in this sensitive environment.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Amazon River basin, which drains into the Atlantic Ocean. The Amazon watershed is the largest river system on Earth, supporting an immense diversity of fish, amphibians, and aquatic plants. Even small contributions of nutrients or pollutants from treatment plants can affect local streams and tributaries, emphasizing the need for effective secondary treatment to minimize ecological impact.
Frequently asked questions
ETE VIVER MELHOR II is located in Manaus, the capital city of Amazonas state in northern Brazil. It serves a small community within the urban area of Manaus.
The plant serves approximately 1,896 people, making it a small-scale facility designed for a localized population.
The plant discharges treated wastewater into the Amazon River basin, which ultimately flows to the Atlantic Ocean. The discharge volume is 227.34 cubic meters per day.
The plant provides secondary treatment, which typically involves biological processes to reduce organic matter and suspended solids. This is standard for small plants in Brazil.
Brazilian wastewater treatment plants are regulated by CONAMA resolutions, which set effluent quality standards. For small plants like this, secondary treatment is often sufficient to meet discharge limits and protect receiving waters.
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