Overview
ETE XAVANTES is a wastewater treatment plant serving Carlópolis, Paraná, Brazil. It treats wastewater for approximately 7,838 residents, supporting local sanitation in the region.
ETE XAVANTES is a wastewater treatment plant located in Carlópolis, Paraná, Brazil. It serves a population of approximately 7,838 people, making it a small to medium-sized facility within the state's sanitation infrastructure. The plant is situated in the southern region of Brazil, an area characterized by subtropical climate and agricultural activity. As a Brazilian wastewater treatment plant, ETE XAVANTES operates under the national regulatory framework established by the Ministry of Cities and state environmental agencies such as IAP (Instituto Ambiental do Paraná). For agglomerations of this scale, secondary treatment is typically required to meet effluent standards. It is expected to comply with CONAMA Resolution 430/2011, which sets discharge limits for pollutants. The plant discharges treated wastewater into local water bodies that ultimately drain into the Paranapanema River basin, a major tributary of the Paraná River. The Paraná River flows into the Río de la Plata estuary, supporting diverse aquatic ecosystems and providing water for agriculture and urban use. Proper treatment at ETE XAVANTES helps protect downstream water quality and public health.
Environmental context
The treated effluent from ETE XAVANTES likely enters local streams that feed into the Paranapanema River, a key tributary of the Paraná River. The Paraná River flows southward into the Río de la Plata, one of the largest estuarine systems in South America. This watershed supports diverse aquatic life, including migratory fish species, and provides water for irrigation and drinking. Effective wastewater treatment is crucial to prevent nutrient loading and maintain ecological balance in this important river system.
Frequently asked questions
ETE XAVANTES is located in Carlópolis, Paraná, Brazil, on Avenida Turística Elias Mehri Mansur in the Residencial Murador neighborhood.
The plant serves approximately 7,838 residents of Carlópolis, making it a small to medium-sized facility.
The treated wastewater is discharged into local water bodies that flow into the Paranapanema River, a tributary of the Paraná River, which ultimately reaches the Río de la Plata estuary.
The plant operates under Brazilian environmental regulations, including CONAMA Resolution 430/2011, which sets effluent discharge standards. State-level oversight is provided by the Instituto Ambiental do Paraná (IAP).
For agglomerations of this size, secondary treatment is typically required to meet national effluent standards. Common processes include activated sludge or stabilization ponds, depending on local conditions.
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