Overview
MONTENERO_CANNIVIERI wastewater treatment plant serves Montenero di Bisaccia, Molise, Italy. It is located within 50 km of the coast and has a designed capacity of 1.00 (unit unspecified).
MONTENERO_CANNIVIERI is a wastewater treatment plant located in Montenero di Bisaccia, in the Molise region of Italy. The plant serves a population of approximately 6,378 people, placing it in the small agglomeration category under Italian and EU regulations. As a plant serving fewer than 10,000 people, it falls under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC) requirements for small agglomerations. The directive mandates appropriate treatment, typically secondary treatment, for discharges into freshwater and estuaries. The plant is situated within 50 km of the Adriatic coast, and its treated effluent likely discharges into local watercourses that eventually drain into the Adriatic Sea. The surrounding area is characterized by agricultural and rural landscapes, with the Trigno River being a notable nearby waterway. Proper treatment is essential to protect both local streams and the coastal marine environment.
Environmental context
The plant is located in the Molise region, near the Adriatic coast. Treated wastewater likely flows into small tributaries of the Trigno River or other local streams, which drain into the Adriatic Sea. The coastal waters support diverse marine life and are important for local fisheries and tourism. Effective treatment helps prevent nutrient pollution and protects the ecological health of the Adriatic coastal zone.
Frequently asked questions
MONTENERO_CANNIVIERI is located in Montenero di Bisaccia, in the province of Campobasso, Molise region, Italy.
The plant serves approximately 6,378 people, classifying it as a small agglomeration under EU regulations.
The plant likely discharges treated effluent into local streams that flow toward the Adriatic Sea, given its proximity to the coast.
As an Italian plant, it operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which requires appropriate treatment for small agglomerations.
For small agglomerations under the EU UWWTD, secondary treatment is typically required for discharges into freshwater and estuaries, unless the receiving waters are designated as sensitive areas.
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