Overview
ETES 12 VALE DAS PEDREIRAS is a secondary wastewater treatment plant in Camaragibe, Pernambuco, Brazil, serving approximately 999 people. It discharges treated wastewater near the coast, contributing to local water quality management.
ETES 12 VALE DAS PEDREIRAS is a wastewater treatment plant located in the Vale das Pedreiras neighborhood of Camaragibe, within the Recife metropolitan area in Pernambuco, Brazil. The plant serves a small population of around 999 residents, reflecting its role in local sanitation infrastructure for this peri-urban community. The plant provides secondary treatment, which is the standard biological treatment level required under Brazilian regulations (CONAMA resolutions) for most municipal wastewater. Secondary treatment typically involves biological processes to reduce organic matter and suspended solids. The plant's discharge volume is reported at 889.06 cubic meters, indicating consistent operation. The treated effluent is discharged into local water bodies that drain toward the Atlantic coast, less than 10 kilometers away. This proximity to the coast underscores the importance of effective treatment to protect coastal ecosystems, including estuaries and mangroves that are ecologically sensitive. The plant helps mitigate pollution impacts on downstream waters and supports regional water quality goals.
Environmental context
The plant's discharge flows into small streams within the Capibaribe River basin, which ultimately reaches the Atlantic Ocean near Recife. This coastal zone features mangrove ecosystems and estuaries that support diverse aquatic life, including fish and crustaceans. Effective secondary treatment is crucial to prevent nutrient enrichment and protect these sensitive habitats from eutrophication and contamination.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in the Vale das Pedreiras neighborhood of Camaragibe, in the state of Pernambuco, Brazil, within the Recife metropolitan region.
The plant serves approximately 999 people, making it a small-scale facility focused on a local community.
The treated effluent is discharged into local water bodies that drain into the Capibaribe River basin and eventually reach the Atlantic Ocean near Recife.
The plant provides secondary treatment, which is the standard biological treatment required under Brazilian environmental regulations for municipal wastewater.
The plant operates under Brazil's CONAMA resolutions, which mandate secondary treatment for most urban wastewater to protect water quality and public health.
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