Overview
TERNI_GABELLETTA wastewater treatment plant serves approximately 9,000 people in Terni, Umbria, Italy. It operates under EU regulations for medium-sized agglomerations.
TERNI_GABELLETTA is a wastewater treatment plant located in Terni, Umbria, Italy, serving a population of about 8,987. The plant is situated in the Vallemicero area, within the municipal boundaries of Terni, a city in central Italy known for its industrial history and proximity to the Nera River. As a facility serving a medium-sized agglomeration (under 10,000 people), it falls under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive 91/271/EEC, which requires secondary treatment for discharges into freshwater. The regulatory framework ensures appropriate standards for environmental protection. The plant's treated effluent likely discharges into the Nera River, a tributary of the Tiber River, which flows through Umbria and Lazio before reaching the Tyrrhenian Sea. This river system supports diverse aquatic life and is important for regional water quality and downstream ecosystems.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Nera River, which flows into the Tiber River and ultimately reaches the Tyrrhenian Sea. The Tiber basin is ecologically significant, supporting fish species such as barbel and chub, and providing habitat for migratory birds. The Nera River is known for its clear waters and is part of a region with sensitive karst geology, requiring careful management of nutrient loads to prevent eutrophication.
Frequently asked questions
TERNI_GABELLETTA is located in Terni, Umbria, Italy, at Via della Cometa in the Vallemicero area.
The plant serves approximately 8,987 people, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration under EU regulations.
The plant discharges treated effluent into the Nera River, a tributary of the Tiber River, which flows to the Tyrrhenian Sea.
As an Italian plant serving fewer than 10,000 people, it operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive 91/271/EEC, which mandates secondary treatment for freshwater discharges.
For medium-sized agglomerations in Italy, secondary treatment is standard, often involving biological processes to reduce organic matter and suspended solids before discharge.
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