Overview
IERISSOS wastewater treatment plant serves the town of Ιερισσός in Central Macedonia, Greece, with a population equivalent of 4,462. The facility is located near the coast of the Aegean Sea.
The IERISSOS wastewater treatment plant is located in Ιερισσός, a coastal town in the Chalkidiki peninsula of Central Macedonia, Greece. The plant serves a population of approximately 4,462, placing it in the small agglomeration category under EU classification. 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 treated effluent is discharged into the surrounding environment, ultimately reaching the Aegean Sea. The local watershed supports diverse marine life and contributes to the ecological health of the North Aegean coastal zone, which is important for fisheries and tourism in the region.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the coastal waters of the Aegean Sea, a semi-enclosed sea with limited water exchange that requires careful nutrient management to prevent eutrophication. The nearby Strymonian Gulf and surrounding marine areas support diverse aquatic life, including fish stocks and migratory species. The region's karst geology and seasonal tourism pressures add complexity to local water quality management.
Frequently asked questions
The IERISSOS wastewater treatment plant is located in Ιερισσός, a coastal town in the Chalkidiki peninsula, Central Macedonia, Greece. The address is near the chapel of Profitis Ilias, along the Stavros-Ierissos road.
The IERISSOS plant serves a population equivalent of 4,462, classifying it as a small agglomeration under EU wastewater treatment directives.
The plant discharges treated effluent into the coastal waters of the Aegean Sea. As a coastal discharge, it must meet stringent EU standards for secondary treatment to protect marine water quality.
The plant protects the coastal waters of the Aegean Sea, specifically the area near the Strymonian Gulf. This marine environment supports fisheries, tourism, and biodiversity in the North Aegean region.
Under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), plants serving agglomerations of 2,000-10,000 population equivalent like IERISSOS must provide secondary treatment. For coastal discharges, this ensures removal of organic matter and nutrients to prevent eutrophication.
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