Overview
The Amfilochia wastewater treatment plant serves the municipal unit of Amfilochia in western Greece. It is located near the coast of the Ionian Sea and serves a population of approximately 4,154.
The Amfilochia wastewater treatment plant is situated in the municipal unit of Amfilochia, within the region of Western Greece. It serves a local population of around 4,154 residents, classifying it as a small agglomeration under EU classification. The plant is located near the coast of the Ionian Sea, within 50 km of the shoreline, which influences its environmental considerations. As a Greek facility, the plant operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which requires secondary treatment for agglomerations of this size discharging into coastal waters. The directive mandates appropriate treatment to protect receiving water bodies. The plant's designed capacity is 1.00 (likely in thousand cubic meters per day or similar unit), indicating a modest scale. The treated effluent from the plant ultimately reaches the Ionian Sea, a significant marine ecosystem in the Mediterranean. The plant plays a key role in protecting local coastal waters from untreated wastewater, supporting marine life and recreational uses. Its operation contributes to the environmental health of the Ambracian Gulf region, an area known for its biodiversity.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Ionian Sea via local streams or direct outfall, with the nearest major water body being the Ambracian Gulf. This gulf is a semi-enclosed embayment that supports diverse aquatic life, including fish nurseries and migratory bird populations. The coastal environment is ecologically sensitive, and proper wastewater treatment is essential to prevent eutrophication and maintain water quality for tourism and fisheries.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in the municipal unit of Amfilochia, in the region of Western Greece, near the coast of the Ionian Sea.
The plant serves approximately 4,154 residents, classifying it as a small agglomeration under EU standards.
The treated effluent is discharged into the Ionian Sea, likely via local streams or a direct outfall, contributing to the protection of the Ambracian Gulf ecosystem.
As a Greek facility, the plant operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which mandates secondary treatment for agglomerations of this size discharging into coastal waters.
For small agglomerations in Greece, the EU directive requires secondary treatment, which typically involves biological processes to reduce organic matter and suspended solids before discharge.
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