Overview
Vinchiaturo Loc Fontanammonte is an advanced wastewater treatment plant serving 2,205 people in Vinchiaturo, Molise, Italy. It operates under EU regulations with a designed capacity of 2,306 m³/day.
Vinchiaturo Loc Fontanammonte is an advanced wastewater treatment plant located in Vinchiaturo, a town in the province of Campobasso, Molise, Italy. The plant serves a population of 2,205, classifying it as a small agglomeration under EU standards. It is situated inland, away from coastal areas, and treats wastewater for the local community. The plant provides advanced treatment, which goes beyond the secondary treatment required by the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC) for agglomerations of this size. With a designed capacity of 2,306 m³/day and a current discharge volume of 436.51 m³/day, the facility operates well within its capacity, indicating efficient management. Advanced treatment typically includes nutrient removal, reducing the environmental impact on receiving waters. The treated effluent is discharged into local water bodies that eventually drain into the Adriatic Sea via the Biferno River or other regional streams. The Molise region is characterized by hilly terrain and agricultural land, so the plant plays a crucial role in protecting downstream water quality and supporting the ecological health of the watershed.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into local waterways that flow into the Biferno River basin, which ultimately reaches the Adriatic Sea. The region supports diverse aquatic life and is important for migratory fish species. Advanced treatment helps minimize nutrient loading, protecting downstream ecosystems from eutrophication and maintaining water quality for agricultural and recreational use.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Vinchiaturo, in the province of Campobasso, Molise, Italy.
The plant serves a population of 2,205 people, classifying it as a small agglomeration under EU standards.
The treated effluent is discharged into local waterways that flow into the Biferno River basin, eventually reaching the Adriatic Sea.
The plant provides advanced treatment, which includes nutrient removal beyond the secondary treatment required by the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive.
As a small agglomeration in Italy, the plant is regulated under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which mandates secondary treatment for such communities. The plant exceeds this requirement with advanced treatment.
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