Overview
BARREA_VILLETTA_BARREA is an advanced wastewater treatment plant in Barrea, Italy, serving a population of 3,616. It operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive, ensuring high environmental protection standards.
BARREA_VILLETTA_BARREA is a wastewater treatment plant located in Barrea, a town in the province of L'Aquila, Italy. The plant serves a population of approximately 3,616 residents, classifying it as a small agglomeration under EU regulations. It is situated inland, away from coastal areas, and its operations are integral to the local water management infrastructure. The plant employs advanced treatment processes, which go beyond the secondary treatment required by the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC) for agglomerations of this size. The designed capacity of 3,616 cubic meters per day aligns with the population served, indicating adequate infrastructure for current demand. The plant's discharge volume is 715.84 cubic meters, reflecting efficient water use and treatment. Treated effluent is discharged into local water bodies, contributing to the health of the Sangro River basin, which flows into the Adriatic Sea. The advanced treatment ensures minimal environmental impact, protecting downstream ecosystems and supporting biodiversity in the region. The plant's inland location reduces direct marine discharge risks, aligning with Italy's commitment to EU water quality standards.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Sangro River basin, which flows through the Abruzzo region and ultimately reaches the Adriatic Sea. The watershed supports diverse aquatic life and is part of a ecologically sensitive area, including the Abruzzo, Lazio and Molise National Park. Advanced treatment helps maintain water quality in this important river system, protecting downstream habitats and recreational uses.
Frequently asked questions
BARREA_VILLETTA BARREA is located in Barrea, a town in the province of L'Aquila, in the Abruzzo region of Italy.
The plant serves a population of 3,616 people, classifying it as a small agglomeration under EU wastewater treatment regulations.
The plant discharges treated effluent into the Sangro River basin, which flows into the Adriatic Sea. The advanced treatment ensures high-quality effluent that protects downstream water bodies.
The plant uses advanced treatment, which exceeds the secondary treatment required by the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive for agglomerations of this size.
As an Italian plant serving a small agglomeration, it operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which mandates appropriate treatment to protect receiving waters. The advanced treatment level demonstrates compliance with stringent environmental standards.
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