Overview
MARTINSICURO_VILLA_ROSA wastewater treatment plant serves 90,000 people in Martinsicuro, Abruzzo, Italy. It operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive, which mandates secondary treatment for agglomerations of this scale.
MARTINSICURO_VILLA_ROSA is a wastewater treatment plant located in Martinsicuro, a coastal town in the Abruzzo region of Italy. The plant serves a population of approximately 90,000 people, classifying it as a large agglomeration under EU regulations. It is situated near the Adriatic Sea, within 50 kilometers of the coast, highlighting its importance in protecting coastal water quality. The plant operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive 91/271/EEC, which requires secondary treatment for agglomerations with a population equivalent greater than 15,000. For sensitive areas, tertiary treatment may be mandated. The plant's designed capacity is 1. The treated effluent from the plant likely discharges into the Adriatic Sea via local watercourses, contributing to the health of the marine ecosystem. The Adriatic Sea supports diverse aquatic life and is an important migratory corridor for fish and marine species. The plant's operation is crucial for maintaining water quality in the region, supporting tourism, fisheries, and local biodiversity.
Environmental context
The plant's treated effluent ultimately reaches the Adriatic Sea, a semi-enclosed basin of the Mediterranean Sea. The Adriatic Sea supports diverse aquatic life, including seagrass meadows and fish nurseries, and is an important migratory corridor for marine species. The plant's location near the coast means its discharge can influence coastal water quality, making effective treatment essential to prevent nutrient enrichment and protect the local marine ecosystem.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Martinsicuro, in the Abruzzo region of Italy, near the Adriatic coast.
The plant serves approximately 90,000 people, classifying it as a large agglomeration under EU regulations.
The treated effluent likely discharges into the Adriatic Sea via local watercourses, contributing to the health of the marine ecosystem.
The plant protects local watercourses that flow into the Adriatic Sea, helping to maintain water quality in the coastal zone.
As a large agglomeration serving over 15,000 people, the plant is required to meet secondary treatment standards under the EU UWWTD. For sensitive areas, additional nutrient removal may be required to prevent eutrophication.
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