Overview
OULX_GAD is a wastewater treatment plant serving Oulx, Piemonte, Italy. It handles a population of approximately 13,488 and operates under EU regulations.
OULX_GAD is a wastewater treatment plant located in Oulx, within the Piemonte region of Italy. The plant serves a population of around 13,488, classifying it as a medium agglomeration under EU standards. It is situated near the Frejus highway in the Gad area, providing essential sanitation services to the local community. As a plant serving a population between 10,000 and 100,000, OULX_GAD is subject to the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive 91/271/EEC, which requires secondary treatment as a minimum standard. The directive also mandates more advanced treatment if the receiving waters are designated as sensitive areas. The plant is expected to comply with these regulatory requirements. The treated effluent from OULX_GAD is discharged into the local watershed, which ultimately drains into the Po River basin. The Po River is the longest river in Italy and flows into the Adriatic Sea, supporting diverse aquatic ecosystems and agricultural activities along its course. The plant plays a key role in protecting water quality in this important regional drainage system.
Environmental context
OULX_GAD discharges into the Po River basin, which flows through northern Italy before reaching the Adriatic Sea. The Po River supports a rich variety of aquatic life and is a critical water resource for agriculture and industry. The plant's operations help maintain water quality in this ecologically sensitive watershed, reducing nutrient and pollutant loads that could otherwise impact downstream environments.
Frequently asked questions
OULX_GAD is located in Oulx, in the Piemonte region of Italy, near the Frejus highway in the Gad area.
OULX_GAD serves approximately 13,488 people, classifying it as a medium agglomeration under EU standards.
The treated wastewater from OULX_GAD is discharged into the local watershed, which flows into the Po River basin and eventually reaches the Adriatic Sea.
As a plant serving over 10,000 people, OULX_GAD is subject to the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive 91/271/EEC, which requires secondary treatment and potentially advanced treatment if the receiving waters are sensitive.
In Italy, plants serving populations around 13,000 typically provide secondary treatment as a minimum, in line with EU directives. Some may also include nutrient removal if discharging into sensitive areas.
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