MEOLO_MARTEGGIA VIA DEI PAOLI Wastewater Treatment Plant, Meolo, Veneto

The MEOLO_MARTEGGIA_VIA_DEI_PAOLI wastewater treatment plant is located in the Marteggia area of Meolo, in the Veneto region of Italy. It serves a small population of 106 people and is situated near the coast, reflecting the region's mix of inland and coastal communities. The plant provides secondary treatment, which is the standard biological treatment required under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC) for agglomerations of this size. The designed capacity is 400 m³/day, with a current discharge volume of 20.98 m³/day, indicating ample capacity for the served population. The treated effluent is discharged into the local water system, which ultimately drains into the Adriatic Sea via the Venetian Lagoon or nearby rivers. The plant's coastal proximity underscores the importance of effective treatment to protect sensitive marine and lagoon ecosystems, which support diverse aquatic life and are ecologically significant.

The plant discharges into the local drainage network that flows into the Venetian Lagoon, a transitional water body connected to the northern Adriatic Sea. This area is ecologically sensitive, supporting diverse aquatic life and serving as a critical habitat for migratory birds and fish species. The lagoon's health depends on controlling nutrient inputs from wastewater, making secondary treatment essential for preserving water quality and biodiversity.