DP02003801_OSTIGLIA Wastewater Treatment Plant, Ostiglia, Lombardia

DP02003801_OSTIGLIA is a wastewater treatment plant located in Ostiglia, a town in the Lombardia region of northern Italy. The plant serves a population of approximately 6,928 residents, classifying it as a small agglomeration under EU regulations. It is situated near the Po River basin, a major watercourse in northern Italy. As a plant serving fewer than 10,000 people, it is subject to the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which requires appropriate treatment based on the sensitivity of the receiving waters. Plants of this scale in Italy typically employ secondary biological treatment to meet national and EU standards. The plant's location in the Po Valley, an area with intensive agriculture and industrial activity, underscores the importance of effective wastewater management. The treated effluent from the plant ultimately discharges into the Po River basin, which flows eastward into the Adriatic Sea. The Po River is Italy's longest river and supports diverse aquatic life, including fish species such as sturgeon and eel. The plant plays a role in protecting this ecologically significant waterway from nutrient pollution and other contaminants.

The plant discharges into the Po River basin, which drains into the Adriatic Sea. The Po River is a vital water resource for northern Italy, supporting agriculture, industry, and biodiversity. The lower Po River and its delta host important habitats for migratory birds and fish, making nutrient management critical to prevent eutrophication in the Adriatic.