Overview
TRAMUTOLA_CDA_SANTO_STEFANO is a wastewater treatment plant serving approximately 11,000 people in Tramutola, Basilicata, Italy. It operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive.
TRAMUTOLA_CDA_SANTO_STEFANO is a wastewater treatment plant located in Tramutola, a town in the province of Potenza, Basilicata, Italy. The plant serves a population of approximately 11,000 residents, placing it in the medium agglomeration category under EU regulations. As an Italian facility, the plant is subject to 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 discharges treated wastewater into local water bodies that ultimately drain into the Ionian Sea via the Basento River or other nearby streams. The region of Basilicata is characterized by mountainous terrain and a Mediterranean climate, with water resources that support agriculture and natural ecosystems. Proper treatment is essential to protect downstream water quality and aquatic life.
Environmental context
The plant's treated effluent flows into the local watershed, which is part of the Basento River basin. The Basento River runs through Basilicata and discharges into the Gulf of Taranto in the Ionian Sea. This coastal area supports diverse marine life and is important for local fisheries. The region's Mediterranean climate means seasonal variations in river flow, making consistent treatment crucial to prevent nutrient loading and eutrophication in downstream waters.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Tramutola, in the province of Potenza, Basilicata, Italy.
The plant serves approximately 11,000 people, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration under EU standards.
The plant discharges treated effluent into local water bodies that are part of the Basento River basin, which flows into the Ionian Sea.
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.
Under the EU directive, plants serving 10,000-150,000 people typically require secondary treatment, with possible tertiary treatment if discharging into sensitive areas.
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