Overview
PONTE_METAURO_FNO_DEP is a wastewater treatment plant in Fano, Marche, Italy, serving approximately 58,420 people. It operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive.
PONTE_METAURO_FNO_DEP is a wastewater treatment plant located in Fano, in the Marche region of Italy. The plant serves a population of approximately 58,420, placing it in the medium agglomeration category under EU classifications. It is situated near the Adriatic coast, within 50 km of the sea. As a plant in Italy, it operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive 91/271/EEC, which requires secondary treatment for agglomerations of this size discharging into coastal waters. The plant's treated effluent ultimately discharges into the Adriatic Sea, likely via the Metauro River or a nearby coastal outfall. The Adriatic Sea is a semi-enclosed basin with sensitive ecosystems, including seagrass meadows and marine biodiversity. Proper treatment helps protect these coastal waters from nutrient pollution and other contaminants.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Adriatic Sea, a semi-enclosed basin with limited water exchange, making it sensitive to nutrient loading. The local watershed includes the Metauro River, which supports diverse aquatic life and flows through agricultural and urban areas. Effective treatment is crucial to prevent eutrophication and protect marine habitats along the Marche coast.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located at 211, Viale Piceno, Baia Metauro, Fano, Pesaro e Urbino, Marche, Italy.
The plant serves approximately 58,420 people, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration under EU standards.
The treated effluent is discharged into the Adriatic Sea, likely via a coastal outfall or the Metauro River, which flows into the sea near Fano.
As an Italian plant, it operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive 91/271/EEC, which mandates secondary treatment for agglomerations over 10,000 people discharging into coastal waters.
For medium agglomerations in Italy, secondary treatment is standard, often with nutrient removal if discharging into sensitive areas like the Adriatic Sea.
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