Overview
Laterza wastewater treatment plant serves the town of Laterza in Puglia, Italy. It has a designed capacity of 1.00 and serves a population of approximately 12,835.
The Laterza wastewater treatment plant is located in the town of Laterza, in the province of Taranto, Puglia, Italy. The plant serves a population of about 12,835 people, placing it in the medium agglomeration category under Italian and EU regulations. It is situated inland, more than 50 km from the coast, and its operations are subject to the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC). As a medium-sized agglomeration, the plant is expected to provide at least secondary treatment under the EU UWWTD. It is part of the regional wastewater infrastructure managed by local authorities. The treated effluent likely discharges into a local watercourse that flows towards the Ionian Sea, contributing to the protection of downstream aquatic ecosystems. The plant plays a key role in maintaining water quality in the surrounding area, which includes agricultural and natural landscapes typical of the Puglia region.
Environmental context
The Laterza plant discharges into a local watercourse that ultimately drains into the Ionian Sea, a part of the Mediterranean Sea. The downstream environment supports diverse aquatic life and is important for regional biodiversity. The plant's treatment helps protect these waters from nutrient pollution and other contaminants, supporting ecological health in the watershed.
Frequently asked questions
The Laterza wastewater treatment plant is located at Via Cappuccini, Laterza, in the province of Taranto, Puglia, Italy.
The plant serves a population of approximately 12,835 people, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration under EU regulations.
The treated effluent from the Laterza plant is discharged into a local watercourse that flows towards the Ionian Sea, contributing to the protection of downstream water bodies.
As a medium agglomeration serving over 10,000 people, the Laterza plant is required to provide at least secondary treatment under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC) to protect sensitive areas and water quality.
In Italy, wastewater treatment plants serving populations of this scale typically employ secondary biological treatment, often with nutrient removal, to comply with EU standards and national regulations.
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