Overview
BONDENO_CENTRO_STORICO is a municipal wastewater treatment plant serving Bondeno, Emilia-Romagna, Italy. It serves a population of 5,240 and operates under EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive standards.
BONDENO_CENTRO_STORICO is a wastewater treatment plant located in Bondeno, a town in the Emilia-Romagna region of northern Italy. The plant serves a population of approximately 5,240 residents, placing it in the small agglomeration category under EU classification. It is situated inland, away from coastal areas, and its operations are part of the regional wastewater infrastructure managed by local authorities. As a small-scale plant in Italy, BONDENO_CENTRO_STORICO is subject to the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which requires secondary treatment for agglomerations of this size. The directive aims to protect water bodies from pollution by ensuring adequate treatment before discharge. The plant is expected to meet these regulatory standards to safeguard local water quality. The plant discharges treated wastewater into the local hydrological network, which ultimately drains into the Po River basin, one of Italy's most significant river systems. The Po River flows eastward into the Adriatic Sea, supporting diverse aquatic life and agricultural activities along its course. The plant's operations contribute to protecting this ecologically important watershed from nutrient pollution and other contaminants.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Po River basin, which flows through northern Italy and empties into the Adriatic Sea. This watershed supports a variety of aquatic species and is crucial for irrigation and drinking water supply in the region. The Po Delta is an ecologically sensitive area that provides habitat for migratory birds and fish, making effective wastewater treatment essential for maintaining water quality and biodiversity.
Frequently asked questions
BONDENO_CENTRO_STORICO is located at 21 Via A. Catalani, Bondeno, in the province of Ferrara, Emilia-Romagna, Italy.
The plant serves a population of 5,240, classifying it as a small agglomeration under EU wastewater treatment regulations.
Treated wastewater from the plant is discharged into the local drainage network, which flows into the Po River basin and eventually reaches the Adriatic Sea.
As an Italian plant serving fewer than 10,000 people, it operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which mandates secondary treatment for such agglomerations.
For small agglomerations in Italy, secondary treatment is typically required to reduce organic matter and suspended solids, in line with EU standards. Some plants may also incorporate nutrient removal if discharging into sensitive areas.
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