Overview
Castrignano del Capo wastewater treatment plant serves approximately 10,294 people in Puglia, Italy. The facility is located near the coast and discharges into the Ionian Sea.
The Castrignano del Capo wastewater treatment plant is a municipal facility serving the town of Castrignano del Capo in the province of Lecce, Puglia, Italy. With a population equivalent of around 10,294, it is classified as a medium-sized agglomeration under Italian regulations. As an Italian plant, it operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive 91/271/EEC, which requires secondary treatment for agglomerations of this size discharging into coastal waters. The treated effluent is discharged into the Ionian Sea, contributing to the protection of the Salento Peninsula's coastal environment. The plant plays a key role in maintaining water quality in the region, which supports tourism and local marine ecosystems.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Ionian Sea, part of the Mediterranean Sea, which receives drainage from the Salento Peninsula. The coastal waters support diverse marine life, including seagrass meadows and fish populations. Proper treatment is essential to prevent nutrient pollution and protect the sensitive coastal ecosystem.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located on Strada Statale 274 Salentina Meridionale in Castrignano del Capo, Lecce, Puglia, Italy.
The plant serves approximately 10,294 people, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration under EU standards.
The treated effluent is discharged into the Ionian Sea, which is part of the Mediterranean Sea.
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 discharging into coastal waters.
For agglomerations of 10,000-15,000 population equivalent, the EU directive requires secondary treatment, which typically involves biological processes to reduce organic matter and suspended solids.
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