Overview
DEP_COM_CONTRADA_VALLE_MARCIANA is a municipal wastewater treatment plant serving Grottaferrata, Lazio, Italy. It serves a population of 20,000 and operates under EU regulations.
DEP_COM_CONTRADA_VALLE_MARCIANA is a municipal wastewater treatment plant located in Valle Marciana, Grottaferrata, within the Lazio region of Italy. The plant serves a population of approximately 20,000 people, placing it in the medium-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 plant serving a medium-sized agglomeration in Italy, it is subject to the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC). This directive requires secondary treatment for discharges into freshwater and estuaries, with tertiary treatment in sensitive areas. The plant's designed capacity is 1.00 (likely in thousands of cubic meters per day), indicating it is sized to handle the wastewater load from its service area. The regulatory framework ensures compliance with national and EU standards. The plant discharges treated wastewater into local water bodies that eventually drain into the Tyrrhenian Sea. The Lazio region features a mix of urban and agricultural landscapes, and the plant plays a key role in protecting downstream water quality. By treating wastewater before release, it helps safeguard aquatic ecosystems and supports the health of rivers and coastal waters in the region.
Environmental context
The plant's treated effluent flows into local streams and rivers within the Lazio region, eventually reaching the Tyrrhenian Sea. This coastal sea supports diverse marine life and is important for fisheries and tourism. The watershed includes areas of ecological sensitivity, and proper wastewater treatment is essential to prevent nutrient enrichment and protect water quality in downstream environments.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Valle Marciana, Grottaferrata, in the Lazio region of Italy, near Rome.
The plant serves approximately 20,000 people, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration under EU standards.
The plant discharges treated effluent into local water bodies that flow into the Tyrrhenian Sea, following EU treatment standards.
As an Italian plant, it operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which mandates secondary treatment for medium-sized agglomerations.
Plants of this scale in Italy typically provide secondary biological treatment, with tertiary treatment if discharging into sensitive areas.
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