Sandrigo Via Albaretto Wastewater Treatment Plant, Sandrigo, Veneto

The Sandrigo Via Albaretto wastewater treatment plant is located in the Veneto region of northern Italy, serving the town of Sandrigo in the province of Vicenza. The facility handles wastewater from a population of around 7,177 residents, placing it in the small to medium agglomeration category under Italian and EU regulations. As a plant of this scale in Italy, it operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive 91/271/EEC, which requires secondary treatment for agglomerations above 2,000 population equivalent. The plant is part of the regional wastewater network managed by local authorities, ensuring compliance with national standards for effluent quality. The treated effluent is discharged into local watercourses that drain into the Bacchiglione River basin, ultimately flowing into the Adriatic Sea. The surrounding area is characterized by agricultural land and small urban settlements, making proper treatment essential for protecting both local streams and the downstream marine environment.

The plant discharges into the Bacchiglione River basin, which flows through the Veneto plain and into the Adriatic Sea near Chioggia. The receiving waters support diverse aquatic life and are part of a region with significant agricultural activity, requiring effective nutrient removal to prevent eutrophication in the coastal zone.