Overview
DP01314501_MENAGGIO is a wastewater treatment plant serving approximately 13,000 people in Nobiallo, Lombardy, Italy. It operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive.
DP01314501_MENAGGIO is a wastewater treatment plant located in Nobiallo, a frazione of Menaggio in the province of Como, Lombardy, Italy. The plant serves a population of approximately 13,172 people, placing it in the medium agglomeration category under EU 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. The directive also mandates more advanced treatment if the plant discharges into sensitive areas, such as lakes or coastal zones. The plant's treated effluent likely discharges into Lake Como, one of Italy's deepest and most iconic lakes, which flows into the Adda River and eventually into the Po River and the Adriatic Sea. Protecting Lake Como's water quality is critical for tourism, biodiversity, and downstream ecosystems.
Environmental context
The plant is situated near Lake Como, a large subalpine lake in Lombardy. The lake drains into the Adda River, a tributary of the Po River, which flows into the Adriatic Sea. Lake Como supports diverse aquatic life and is a vital resource for recreation and drinking water. The plant's discharge must meet stringent standards to prevent eutrophication and protect the lake's ecological balance.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Nobiallo, a frazione of Menaggio in the province of Como, Lombardy, Italy.
The plant serves approximately 13,172 people, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration under EU regulations.
The plant likely discharges treated effluent into Lake Como, which flows into the Adda River and eventually 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 of this size.
Under the EU UWWTD, plants serving between 10,000 and 150,000 people typically require secondary treatment, with tertiary treatment if discharging into sensitive areas like Lake Como.
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