Overview
Vila Pouca de Aguiar wastewater treatment plant serves 7,100 people in northern Portugal. It operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive, which mandates secondary treatment for agglomerations of this size.
The Vila Pouca de Aguiar wastewater treatment plant is located in the Vila Real district of northern Portugal, serving the municipality of Vila Pouca de Aguiar. With a population equivalent of 7,100, it is classified as a small agglomeration under EU regulations. As a Portuguese facility, the plant operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive 91/271/EEC, which requires secondary treatment for agglomerations between 2,000 and 10,000 population equivalent discharging into freshwater or estuaries. The regulatory framework ensures appropriate treatment standards are met. The treated effluent is discharged into the local watershed, which drains into the Corgo River, a tributary of the Douro River. The Douro River flows westward through Portugal and empties into the Atlantic Ocean near Porto. The receiving water body supports diverse aquatic life and is part of a region known for its wine-producing valleys and ecological significance.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Corgo River watershed, which flows into the Douro River, one of the major rivers of the Iberian Peninsula. The Douro River ultimately reaches the Atlantic Ocean at Porto. The local aquatic ecosystem supports fish species such as trout and barbel, and the river corridor provides habitat for migratory birds. The region's mountainous terrain and agricultural land use influence water quality, making effective treatment essential for protecting downstream ecological health.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Tourencinho, Telões, Vila Pouca de Aguiar, Vila Real district, Portugal, near the Ecopista do Corgo.
The plant serves approximately 7,100 people in the municipality of Vila Pouca de Aguiar.
The treated effluent is discharged into the local watershed, which drains into the Corgo River, a tributary of the Douro River, and eventually reaches the Atlantic Ocean.
As a Portuguese facility, the plant operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive 91/271/EEC, which requires secondary treatment for agglomerations of 7,100 population equivalent discharging into freshwater.
Under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive, plants serving between 2,000 and 10,000 population equivalent are required to provide secondary treatment, which typically involves biological processes to reduce organic matter and suspended solids.
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