Overview
ACQUAVIVA DELLE FONTI NUOVO is a municipal wastewater treatment plant serving Acquaviva delle Fonti, Puglia, Italy. It serves a population of approximately 28,000 and is located inland, discharging into local water bodies.
ACQUAVIVA DELLE FONTI NUOVO is a wastewater treatment plant located in Acquaviva delle Fonti, a town in the province of Bari, Puglia, Italy. The plant serves a population of about 28,000, classifying it as a medium agglomeration under Italian and EU regulations. It is situated inland, away from coastal areas, and its operations are part of the regional wastewater infrastructure managed by local authorities. As an Italian plant serving a medium-sized community, it is subject to the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which requires secondary treatment for agglomerations of this scale. Italian plants typically adhere to national regulations that align with EU standards, ensuring adequate treatment before discharge. The plant discharges treated wastewater into local water bodies that ultimately drain into the Adriatic Sea via the region's river network. Puglia's water resources are ecologically sensitive, supporting diverse aquatic life and agricultural activities. Proper treatment at this facility helps protect downstream ecosystems and maintain water quality in the Adriatic basin.
Environmental context
The plant's treated effluent enters local streams and rivers that flow toward the Adriatic Sea, contributing to the regional drainage basin. The area supports a mix of agricultural and natural habitats, with water quality crucial for both ecological health and human use. Protecting these water bodies from nutrient pollution and contaminants is essential for sustaining biodiversity and local livelihoods.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Acquaviva delle Fonti, in the province of Bari, Puglia, Italy. Its address is Strada Vicinale san Pietro, Acquaviva delle Fonti, Bari, Puglia, 70021.
The plant serves a population of approximately 28,167, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration under EU regulations.
The plant discharges treated wastewater into local water bodies that eventually flow into the Adriatic Sea via the region's river network.
As an Italian plant, it operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which mandates secondary treatment for agglomerations of this size.
Under EU directives, plants serving populations between 10,000 and 150,000 are required to have at least secondary treatment. Many Italian plants also incorporate nutrient removal to protect sensitive water bodies.
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