Overview
The Tyrnavos wastewater treatment plant serves the municipality of Tyrnavos in Thessaly, Greece, with a population equivalent of 10,898. It operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive, which mandates secondary treatment for agglomerat
The Tyrnavos wastewater treatment plant is located in the municipality of Tyrnavos, in the regional unit of Larissa, Thessaly, Greece. It serves a population equivalent of 10,898, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration under EU regulations. The plant is situated inland, away from coastal areas, and its treated effluent is likely discharged into a local watercourse that eventually drains into the Aegean Sea. As a Greek facility, the plant operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which requires secondary treatment for agglomerations with a population equivalent between 2,000 and 15,000. The directive also mandates more stringent treatment if the receiving water body is designated as a sensitive area. The plant is expected to meet these regulatory standards to protect local water quality. The plant's discharge contributes to the hydrological network of the Thessaly region, which ultimately drains into the Aegean Sea. The receiving water body supports local aquatic ecosystems and agricultural activities in the fertile Thessalian plain. Proper treatment is essential to prevent nutrient pollution and maintain the ecological health of downstream waters.
Environmental context
The Tyrnavos plant discharges into a local watercourse that is part of the broader drainage network of Thessaly, a region known for its agricultural significance. This network flows into the Aegean Sea, a semi-enclosed sea with limited water exchange, making it sensitive to nutrient inputs. The plant's treatment performance directly influences the ecological health of downstream freshwater and marine habitats, including potential impacts on fish populations and biodiversity.
Frequently asked questions
The Tyrnavos wastewater treatment plant is located in the municipality of Tyrnavos, in the regional unit of Larissa, Thessaly, Greece. It serves the local population and is situated inland, away from the coast.
The plant serves a population equivalent of 10,898, which classifies it as a medium-sized agglomeration under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive.
The treated wastewater from the Tyrnavos plant is discharged into a local watercourse that is part of the Thessaly drainage network, which ultimately flows into the Aegean Sea.
As a Greek facility, the Tyrnavos plant operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which requires secondary treatment for agglomerations of its size and may require advanced treatment if the receiving water is sensitive.
For agglomerations with a population equivalent between 2,000 and 15,000, the EU UWWTD mandates secondary treatment. In Greece, this typically involves biological treatment processes such as activated sludge or trickling filters to reduce organic matter and suspended solids.
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