Overview
DP01613301_MARTINENGO is a wastewater treatment plant serving Martinengo, Lombardia, Italy. It treats wastewater for approximately 9,190 residents and discharges into the local water system.
DP01613301_MARTINENGO is a wastewater treatment plant located in Martinengo, a town in the Lombardia region of northern Italy. The plant serves a population of approximately 9,190 people, placing it in the small-to-medium agglomeration category under Italian and EU regulations. It is situated in the Po River basin, which is the largest river basin in Italy. As a plant serving fewer than 10,000 population equivalents, it falls under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive 91/271/EEC, which requires appropriate treatment based on the sensitivity of the receiving waters. Italian plants of this scale typically employ secondary biological treatment to meet national standards. The plant's location in an inland area suggests its discharge is directed to a freshwater body. The treated effluent from DP01613301_MARTINENGO ultimately flows into the Po River basin, which drains into the Adriatic Sea. The Po River and its tributaries support diverse aquatic life and are important for agriculture and industry in the region. Proper treatment helps protect water quality in this ecologically and economically significant watershed.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Po River basin, which flows eastward through northern Italy and empties into the Adriatic Sea. This watershed supports a variety of fish species and is a critical resource for irrigation and drinking water. The downstream environment includes the Po Delta, an ecologically sensitive area that provides habitat for migratory birds and aquatic species. Effective wastewater treatment is essential to prevent nutrient pollution and maintain the health of this important ecosystem.
Frequently asked questions
DP01613301_MARTINENGO is located in Martinengo, a town in the province of Bergamo, Lombardia, Italy. The address is Via Molino Nuovo, Ca' De' Bino, Martinengo.
The plant serves approximately 9,190 residents, classifying it as a small-to-medium agglomeration under EU wastewater treatment directives.
The plant discharges treated effluent into the Po River basin, which flows through northern Italy and eventually reaches the Adriatic Sea.
As an Italian plant serving fewer than 10,000 population equivalents, it operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive 91/271/EEC, which requires appropriate treatment to protect receiving waters.
Plants of this scale in Italy typically employ secondary biological treatment, such as activated sludge or similar processes, to meet national and EU standards for organic matter and nutrient removal.
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