Overview
Santo Stefano di Cadore wastewater treatment plant in Veneto, Italy, is a closed secondary treatment facility. It previously served the municipality in the Dolomites region.
The Santo Stefano di Cadore wastewater treatment plant is located in the Veneto region of northern Italy, in the municipality of Santo Stefano di Cadore within the province of Belluno. Situated in the Dolomites mountain range, the plant served the local population before its closure. As a secondary treatment facility, it would have provided biological treatment to reduce organic pollutants. Under Italian and EU regulations, wastewater treatment plants serving agglomerations of this scale are required to meet secondary treatment standards as per the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC). The plant's closure may reflect upgrades or consolidation of regional wastewater infrastructure in the mountainous terrain. The plant's receiving water body is likely a tributary of the Piave River, which flows southward to the Adriatic Sea. The Piave basin supports diverse aquatic life and is ecologically sensitive due to its alpine origins and downstream floodplain ecosystems. The plant's operation would have been critical for protecting water quality in this scenic and environmentally important region.
Environmental context
The plant discharged treated wastewater into a local watercourse within the Piave River basin, which ultimately drains into the Adriatic Sea near Venice. The Piave River supports diverse aquatic life, including fish species such as trout and grayling, and its waters are used for irrigation and recreation. The Dolomites region is ecologically sensitive due to its alpine ecosystems and karst geology, making proper wastewater treatment essential for protecting downstream water quality.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Santo Stefano di Cadore, in the province of Belluno, Veneto region, northern Italy. Its address is Strada Statale Carnica, in the heart of the Dolomites.
The plant provided secondary treatment, which involves biological processes to remove organic matter and suspended solids, meeting standard requirements for municipal wastewater.
The plant is listed as closed, which may be due to upgrades, consolidation with nearby facilities, or changes in local wastewater management. Specific reasons are not publicly available.
Under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), agglomerations of this size are required to have secondary treatment. The directive aims to protect water bodies from eutrophication and pollution.
The Piave River flows from the Alps to the Adriatic Sea, supporting diverse aquatic life and providing water for agriculture and tourism. Proper wastewater treatment in its tributaries is vital for maintaining water quality.
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