Overview
MARATEA_MASSA_PANTANO is a secondary treatment plant serving 600 people in Maratea, Basilicata, Italy. It discharges treated wastewater near the Tyrrhenian coast.
MARATEA_MASSA_PANTANO is a municipal wastewater treatment plant located in the Massa district of Maratea, in the Basilicata region of southern Italy. The plant serves a small population of 600 residents and operates with a designed capacity of 1,000 cubic meters per day, with an average discharge volume of 118.78 cubic meters per day. As a secondary treatment facility, the plant provides biological treatment to reduce organic matter and suspended solids. Under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), agglomerations with a population equivalent (PE) between 2,000 and 10,000 are required to have secondary treatment. While this plant serves fewer than 2,000 people, it still meets secondary treatment standards, reflecting Italy's commitment to coastal water quality. The plant is located within 10 km of the Tyrrhenian Sea coast, making its discharge potentially influential on local marine ecosystems. The treated effluent likely flows into a small coastal stream or directly into the sea, affecting the coastal waters of the Maratea Gulf. This area is known for its scenic beaches and marine biodiversity, emphasizing the importance of effective wastewater treatment.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Tyrrhenian Sea near the Gulf of Maratea, a coastal area with rocky shores and sandy beaches. The local watershed includes small seasonal streams that drain the surrounding hills. The marine environment supports diverse aquatic life, including seagrass meadows and fish species, and is an important area for tourism and recreation. Proper treatment helps protect water quality and marine habitats.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in the Massa district of Maratea, in the province of Potenza, Basilicata region, Italy.
The plant serves a population of 600 people.
The plant discharges treated wastewater into the Tyrrhenian Sea, likely via a coastal outfall or a small stream, given its proximity to the coast.
The EU UWWTD requires secondary treatment for agglomerations over 2,000 PE. Although this plant serves fewer than 2,000 people, it provides secondary treatment, exceeding the minimum requirement for small coastal communities.
Small plants in Italy often use secondary treatment, such as activated sludge or biological filters, to meet national standards for coastal discharge. Many are monitored by regional environmental agencies.
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