Overview
Solarussa Loc Conca De Mortu is an advanced wastewater treatment plant serving 2,780 people in Solarussa, Sardinia, Italy. It discharges treated water near the coast, operating under EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive standards.
The Solarussa Loc Conca De Mortu wastewater treatment plant is located in the town of Solarussa, in the province of Oristano, Sardinia, Italy. The facility serves a population of approximately 2,780 residents, classifying it as a small agglomeration under EU regulations. The plant is situated near the coast, within 10 km of the shoreline, and treats wastewater to an advanced level. As an advanced treatment facility, the plant goes beyond secondary treatment to remove nutrients and other pollutants, ensuring high-quality effluent. The plant's advanced status aligns with the requirements of the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC) for sensitive areas. The designed capacity is 2,680 cubic meters per day, with a current discharge volume of 550.34 cubic meters per day, indicating operational headroom. The treated effluent is discharged into the local water system, which ultimately drains into the Mediterranean Sea. The plant plays a crucial role in protecting the coastal environment of Sardinia, a region known for its marine biodiversity and tourism. By maintaining advanced treatment, the facility helps reduce nutrient loading and safeguards the ecological health of the receiving waters.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the local watershed near the Gulf of Oristano, a coastal area on the western coast of Sardinia. The treated effluent flows into the Mediterranean Sea, which supports diverse marine life including seagrass meadows and fish nurseries. The advanced treatment helps minimize nutrient pollution, protecting the sensitive coastal ecosystem from eutrophication and maintaining water quality for recreational and ecological uses.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Solarussa, in the province of Oristano, on the island of Sardinia, Italy. Its address is Via Simaxis, in the historic center of Solarussa.
The plant serves approximately 2,780 people, classifying it as a small agglomeration under EU wastewater treatment regulations.
The plant discharges treated effluent into the local watershed, which flows into the Gulf of Oristano and ultimately the Mediterranean Sea. The advanced treatment ensures high-quality discharge to protect the coastal environment.
The plant provides advanced treatment, which includes nutrient removal beyond secondary treatment. This is typical for sensitive coastal areas under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive.
The plant has a designed capacity of 2,680 cubic meters per day, with a current discharge volume of 550.34 cubic meters per day, indicating it operates well below its maximum capacity.
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