Overview
IDL_VIA_BRUNELLESCHI is a wastewater treatment plant serving Olmi, Quarrata, in Tuscany, Italy. It serves a population of 7,691 and operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive.
IDL_VIA_BRUNELLESCHI is a wastewater treatment plant located in the Olmi district of Quarrata, in the province of Pistoia, Tuscany, Italy. The plant serves a population of 7,691, classifying it as a small agglomeration under EU regulations. It is part of the regional wastewater infrastructure managed by local authorities in the Toscana region. 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 inland areas, secondary treatment is typically mandated unless the discharge is into a sensitive area requiring more advanced treatment. It is expected to comply with Italian national regulations implementing the directive. The plant discharges into the local watershed, which ultimately drains into the Arno River basin and then into the Tyrrhenian Sea. The receiving water body supports diverse aquatic life and is part of a region known for its agricultural and industrial activities. Proper treatment is essential to protect water quality in the downstream environment, including the Arno River and the coastal marine ecosystem.
Environmental context
The plant is located inland in Tuscany, more than 50 km from the coast. Its treated effluent likely enters a local watercourse that flows into the Ombrone Pistoiese or a tributary of the Arno River. The Arno River basin is ecologically significant, supporting diverse freshwater species and providing water for agriculture and industry. Downstream, the Arno discharges into the Tyrrhenian Sea near Pisa, affecting coastal water quality and marine habitats. The region's Mediterranean climate and seasonal rainfall patterns influence dilution and pollutant transport.
Frequently asked questions
IDL_VIA_BRUNELLESCHI is located in the Olmi district of Quarrata, in the province of Pistoia, Tuscany, Italy.
The plant serves a population of 7,691, classifying it as a small agglomeration under EU regulations.
The plant discharges treated effluent into a local watercourse that ultimately flows into the Arno River basin and then into the Tyrrhenian 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 mandates appropriate treatment based on the sensitivity of receiving waters.
For small agglomerations in inland areas, secondary treatment is typically required unless the discharge is into a sensitive area, which may necessitate more advanced treatment to protect water quality.
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