Overview
DP01702101_BORGOSATOLLO is a wastewater treatment plant serving Borgosatollo, Lombardia, Italy. It serves a population of 8,481 and operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive.
DP01702101_BORGOSATOLLO is a wastewater treatment plant located in Borgosatollo, a town in the Lombardia region of northern Italy. The plant serves a population of 8,481, placing it in the small agglomeration category under EU classifications. It is situated inland, away from coastal areas, and its operations are part of the regional water management infrastructure for the Po River basin. As a plant serving fewer than 10,000 people, it falls under the requirements of the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which mandates appropriate treatment for small agglomerations. The plant is expected to comply with national and EU standards for wastewater treatment, ensuring that effluent meets quality requirements before discharge. The plant discharges into the local water network, which ultimately drains into the Po River and then into the Adriatic Sea. The Po River basin is a major ecological and agricultural region in Italy, supporting diverse aquatic life and providing water for irrigation. The plant's role in treating wastewater helps protect the water quality of the Po River and its tributaries, reducing nutrient loads and pollutants that could impact downstream ecosystems.
Environmental context
The plant is located in the Po River basin, one of Italy's most important watersheds, which drains into the Adriatic Sea. The Po River supports a rich ecosystem, including fish species such as sturgeon and eel, and provides water for extensive agriculture in the Po Valley. The plant's treated effluent contributes to the overall water quality of the basin, helping to mitigate eutrophication risks in the Adriatic Sea, which is sensitive to nutrient pollution from agricultural and urban runoff.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located at 36 Via Pradossi, in the Colombo area of Borgosatollo, a town in the province of Brescia, Lombardia, Italy.
The plant serves a population of 8,481, classifying it as a small agglomeration under EU wastewater treatment regulations.
The plant discharges treated effluent into the local water network, which flows into the Po River basin and ultimately reaches the Adriatic Sea.
As an Italian plant serving fewer than 10,000 people, it operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which requires appropriate treatment for small agglomerations to protect water quality.
For small agglomerations in Italy, secondary treatment is typically required under the EU directive, though specific processes vary. The plant must meet national standards for effluent quality before discharge.
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