Overview
DP09803102_LODI is a wastewater treatment plant serving approximately 50,408 people in Lodi, Lombardia, Italy. It operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive.
DP09803102_LODI is a wastewater treatment plant located in Lodi, Lombardia, Italy, serving a population of approximately 50,408. The plant is situated along the Tangenziale Est di Lodi, in the Cascina Barbinetta area, and plays a key role in managing municipal wastewater for this medium-sized agglomeration. As a plant serving over 15,000 people, it falls under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which requires secondary treatment as a minimum. For agglomerations of this scale in sensitive areas, more advanced treatment may be mandated. The regulatory framework ensures compliance with European standards. The treated effluent is discharged into the local water system, which ultimately drains 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's operation is critical for protecting the water quality of this important regional watershed.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Po River basin, which flows through northern Italy and empties into the Adriatic Sea. This watershed supports rich biodiversity, including fish species and migratory birds, and is vital for agriculture and drinking water supply. The Po Delta is an ecologically sensitive area that requires careful management of nutrient loads to prevent eutrophication.
Frequently asked questions
DP09803102_LODI is located in Lodi, Lombardia, Italy, along the Tangenziale Est di Lodi in the Cascina Barbinetta area.
The plant serves approximately 50,408 people, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration under EU regulations.
The treated effluent is discharged into the local water system, which flows into the Po River basin and eventually reaches the Adriatic Sea.
As a plant serving over 15,000 people, it is subject to the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which mandates secondary treatment and, in sensitive areas, more advanced treatment to reduce nutrient pollution.
Plants of this scale in Italy typically employ secondary biological treatment, such as activated sludge, and may include nutrient removal if discharging into sensitive areas like the Po River basin.
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