DP02004701_QUISTELLO Wastewater Treatment Plant, Quistello, Lombardia

DP02004701_QUISTELLO is a wastewater treatment plant located in Quistello, a town in the Lombardia region of northern Italy. The plant serves a population of approximately 5,728 people, classifying it as a small agglomeration under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (UWWTD). The plant is situated inland, more than 50 km from the coast, and its operations are part of the regional wastewater infrastructure managed by local authorities. As a plant serving a population under 10,000, it is subject to the EU UWWTD requirements for appropriate treatment, typically secondary treatment or equivalent. The regulatory framework ensures that discharges meet quality standards to protect the environment. The plant likely operates under permits issued by the regional environmental agency (ARPA Lombardia) or the national authority. The treated effluent is discharged into local watercourses that eventually drain into the Po River basin, one of Italy's most significant river systems. The Po River flows eastward into the Adriatic Sea, supporting diverse aquatic life and agricultural activities. The plant's performance is crucial for maintaining water quality in this densely populated and agriculturally intensive region.

The plant discharges into local waterways that are part of the Po River basin, which drains into the Adriatic Sea. The Po River is a major ecological corridor supporting diverse fish species and migratory birds. The surrounding area is characterized by intensive agriculture, making nutrient removal important to prevent eutrophication in downstream waters.