Overview
BELLA_CDA_AIROLA is a secondary wastewater treatment plant in Bella, Basilicata, Italy, serving a small population of 80.
BELLA_CDA_AIROLA is a wastewater treatment plant located in Bella, a town in the Basilicata region of southern Italy. The plant serves a small population of 80 people, reflecting its role in a rural or small community setting. It is situated along Strada Statale 743 Nerico-Bella Muro, near the town of Bella Muro, within the province of Potenza. The plant provides secondary treatment, which is the standard biological treatment required under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC) for agglomerations of this size. Secondary treatment typically involves biological processes to reduce organic matter and suspended solids. Though the current discharge volume is 15.84 units, indicating it operates well below capacity. The treated effluent is discharged into the local watershed, which ultimately drains into the Ionian Sea via the Basento River or nearby tributaries. The Basilicata region is characterized by mountainous terrain and a Mediterranean climate, with water resources that support agriculture and local ecosystems. The plant's operation helps protect the receiving water bodies from pollution, contributing to the environmental health of the region.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the local watershed, which feeds into the Basento River, one of the major rivers in Basilicata. The Basento flows southeast into the Gulf of Taranto in the Ionian Sea. This coastal area supports diverse marine life and is important for local fisheries. The secondary treatment provided by the plant helps reduce nutrient and organic loads, mitigating eutrophication risks in the downstream environment.
Frequently asked questions
BELLA_CDA_AIROLA is located in Bella, a town in the Basilicata region of southern Italy, along Strada Statale 743 Nerico-Bella Muro, near Bella Muro, in the province of Potenza.
The plant serves a small population of 80 people, typical of a rural community in the Basilicata region.
The treated wastewater is discharged into the local watershed, which flows into the Basento River and eventually reaches the Ionian Sea.
The plant provides secondary treatment, which includes biological processes to reduce organic matter and suspended solids, as required by the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive for small agglomerations.
In Italy, wastewater treatment plants are regulated under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which sets standards for collection, treatment, and discharge. For small agglomerations (under 2,000 population equivalent), secondary treatment is typically required, with permits issued by regional authorities.
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