Overview
CAROVIGNO_VECCHIO wastewater treatment plant serves Carovigno, Puglia, Italy, with a designed capacity of 1.00. It operates under EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive 91/271/EEC.
CAROVIGNO_VECCHIO is a wastewater treatment plant located in Carovigno, in the Puglia region of southern Italy. The plant serves a population of approximately 18,321 people, classifying it as a medium agglomeration under EU regulations. As an Italian facility, the plant operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive 91/271/EEC, which requires secondary treatment for agglomerations of this size. Italy implements this directive through national legislation, and plants serving over 10,000 population equivalent must meet secondary treatment standards. The plant's location within 50 km of the coast suggests it may discharge into a sensitive area requiring more advanced treatment. Given its proximity to the Adriatic Sea, treated effluent likely drains into coastal waters or a nearby river system. The region's watershed ultimately flows into the Adriatic, supporting marine ecosystems and coastal tourism. Proper treatment is essential to protect water quality in this ecologically sensitive area.
Environmental context
The plant is located in the Puglia region, near the Adriatic Sea. Treated wastewater likely discharges into local streams or directly into the Adriatic, which supports diverse marine life and is important for fisheries and tourism. The area's Mediterranean climate and coastal geography make water quality management critical for preserving seagrass meadows and coastal habitats.
Frequently asked questions
CAROVIGNO_VECCHIO is located in Carovigno, in the Puglia region of southern Italy, near the Adriatic coast.
The plant serves approximately 18,321 people, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration under EU regulations.
Given its coastal proximity, treated effluent likely discharges into local water bodies that flow into the Adriatic Sea.
As an Italian plant, it operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive 91/271/EEC, which mandates secondary treatment for agglomerations over 10,000 population equivalent.
Under the EU directive, plants serving over 10,000 people must provide secondary treatment. In sensitive coastal areas, additional nutrient removal may be required to protect marine environments.
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