Overview
Cologna Veneta Via Traversina wastewater treatment plant serves approximately 22,541 people in Veneto, Italy. It operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive, which mandates secondary treatment for agglomerations of this scale.
The Cologna Veneta Via Traversina wastewater treatment plant is located in Cologna Veneta, a town in the Veneto region of northern Italy. The facility serves a population of approximately 22,541, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration under European Union regulations. The plant is situated inland, away from the coast, and its operations are part of the regional wastewater infrastructure managed by local authorities. As a plant serving a population between 10,000 and 100,000, it falls under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive 91/271/EEC, which requires secondary treatment as a minimum standard. The directive also mandates more advanced treatment if the receiving waters are designated as sensitive areas. The plant is expected to comply with these regulatory requirements to protect water quality. The treated effluent from the plant is discharged into local watercourses that ultimately drain into the Po River basin, one of Italy's most significant hydrological systems. The Po River flows eastward into the Adriatic Sea, supporting diverse aquatic life and providing water for agriculture and industry. The plant's operations play a crucial role in maintaining the ecological health of this important watershed.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into local waterways that are part of the Po River basin, the largest river system in Italy. The Po River flows into the Adriatic Sea, supporting a rich ecosystem including fish species such as sturgeon and eel. The surrounding Veneto region features agricultural landscapes and urban areas, making effective wastewater treatment essential to prevent nutrient pollution and protect downstream habitats.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located at Via Traversina in Cologna Veneta, a town in the province of Verona, Veneto region, Italy.
The plant serves approximately 22,541 people, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration under EU regulations.
The treated effluent is discharged into local watercourses that are part of the Po River basin, ultimately flowing into the Adriatic Sea.
The plant operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive 91/271/EEC, which requires secondary treatment for agglomerations of this size and may require tertiary treatment if the receiving waters are sensitive.
Under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive, plants serving between 10,000 and 100,000 people must provide at least secondary treatment. In Italy, this is commonly achieved through biological processes such as activated sludge.
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