Overview
Tagliacozzo Capoluogo wastewater treatment plant serves the town of Tagliacozzo in Abruzzo, Italy. It treats wastewater from a population of approximately 12,830 under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive.
The Tagliacozzo Capoluogo wastewater treatment plant is located in the town of Tagliacozzo, in the province of L'Aquila, Abruzzo, Italy. The facility serves a population of about 12,830, placing it in the medium agglomeration category under EU regulations. As an Italian plant, it operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which requires secondary treatment for agglomerations of this size. The directive also mandates more advanced treatment if the receiving waters are designated as sensitive areas. The plant's treatment process and capacity details are not publicly available, but the regulatory framework ensures compliance with national and EU standards. The plant discharges treated wastewater into the local watershed, which ultimately drains into the Tyrrhenian Sea via the Liri-Garigliano river system. This water body supports diverse aquatic life and is important for regional water quality. The plant's operation helps protect downstream ecosystems and maintain the ecological balance of the area.
Environmental context
The plant's treated effluent flows into the local tributaries of the Liri River, which joins the Garigliano River before reaching the Tyrrhenian Sea. This coastal watershed supports a variety of aquatic species and is used for irrigation and recreation. The region's karst geology means groundwater resources are also sensitive to contamination, making effective wastewater treatment crucial for protecting both surface and groundwater quality.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located on Strada Statale 5 Via Tiburtina Valeria in Tagliacozzo, in the province of L'Aquila, Abruzzo, Italy.
The plant serves approximately 12,830 people, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration under EU regulations.
The treated effluent is discharged into the local watershed, which flows into the Liri River and eventually reaches the Tyrrhenian Sea via the Garigliano River.
As an Italian plant, it operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which mandates secondary treatment for agglomerations of this size and may require tertiary treatment if the receiving waters are sensitive.
Under the EU UWWTD, plants serving between 10,000 and 150,000 population equivalent typically require secondary treatment (biological treatment) as a minimum. More advanced treatment may be needed if the discharge is to sensitive areas.
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