Modigliana Tossino Wastewater Treatment Plant, Modigliana, Emilia-Romagna, Italy

The Modigliana Tossino wastewater treatment plant is located in Modigliana, a town in the Emilia-Romagna region of northern Italy. It serves a population of approximately 14,695 people, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration under EU regulations. The plant is situated inland, away from coastal areas, and its treated effluent is discharged into local watercourses. As an Italian wastewater facility, the plant operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which requires secondary treatment for agglomerations of this size. Italy implements this directive through national legislation, with regional environmental agencies overseeing compliance. The plant's treatment processes are designed to meet the standards set for inland freshwater discharges, which typically include biological treatment and nutrient removal where necessary. The treated wastewater from Modigliana Tossino is discharged into the local river system, which ultimately drains into the Adriatic Sea via the Po River basin. The Emilia-Romagna region is known for its agricultural productivity and the Po River delta, a ecologically significant area that supports diverse aquatic life and migratory bird populations. Proper treatment at this plant helps protect downstream water quality and the sensitive coastal ecosystem.

The plant discharges into the local river network, which flows into the Po River and eventually reaches the Adriatic Sea. The Po River basin is a major agricultural and industrial region, and its delta is an ecologically sensitive area supporting diverse aquatic habitats and migratory bird species. Effective wastewater treatment is crucial to prevent nutrient loading and maintain water quality in this important downstream environment.