Overview
DP01704501_CASTREZZATO is a wastewater treatment plant serving Castrezzato, Lombardia, Italy. It handles a population equivalent of 7,089 and operates under EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive 91/271/EEC.
DP01704501_CASTREZZATO is a wastewater treatment plant located in Castrezzato, a town in the province of Brescia, Lombardia, Italy. The plant serves a population equivalent of 7,089, classifying it as a small agglomeration under EU regulations. Situated in the Po Valley, the facility is part of Italy's extensive wastewater infrastructure managed by regional authorities. As a plant serving fewer than 10,000 people, 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. For small agglomerations in non-sensitive areas, secondary treatment is typically mandated. The plant's operational details are managed within the framework of Italian national regulations and regional environmental policies. The treated effluent from the plant is discharged into local watercourses that eventually drain into the Po River basin. The Po River is Italy's longest river and flows into the Adriatic Sea, supporting diverse aquatic life and agricultural activities. The plant plays a role in protecting the water quality of this important river system and the downstream marine environment.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Po River basin, which flows eastward through northern Italy and empties into the Adriatic Sea. The Po River supports a rich ecosystem, including fish species such as sturgeon and eel, and provides water for irrigation and industry. The Adriatic Sea is a semi-enclosed basin with sensitive coastal zones, making nutrient management critical to prevent eutrophication. The plant's treatment level helps mitigate impacts on this downstream environment.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Castrezzato, a town in the province of Brescia, Lombardia, Italy. Its address is Via Monticelle, Monticelle, Castrezzato, Brescia, Lombardia, 25030.
The plant serves a population equivalent of 7,089 people, classifying it as a small agglomeration under EU wastewater treatment regulations.
The treated effluent is discharged into local watercourses that are part of the Po River basin. The Po River flows into the Adriatic Sea, so the plant's discharge ultimately reaches the sea.
The plant helps protect the water quality of the Po River and its tributaries. The Po River is a major Italian river that supports agriculture, industry, and ecosystems before reaching the Adriatic Sea.
As a plant serving 7,089 people, it falls under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive 91/271/EEC. For small agglomerations in non-sensitive areas, secondary treatment is typically required, and the plant must comply with Italian national implementation of the directive.
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