Overview
Zambujeira wastewater treatment plant serves the coastal town of Zambujeira do Mar in Lourinhã, Portugal. It is designed for a capacity of 1.00 and serves a population of 18,500.
The Zambujeira wastewater treatment plant is located in Zambujeira do Mar, within the municipality of Lourinhã, in the Lisbon district of Portugal. The plant serves a population of 18,500 and has a designed capacity of 1.00, indicating it is a medium-sized facility for the region. As a Portuguese wastewater treatment 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 mandates appropriate treatment to protect the coastal environment. The plant's treated effluent is discharged into the Atlantic Ocean, as the facility is located within 50 km of the coast. This coastal discharge requires compliance with stringent standards to safeguard marine water quality and the local ecosystem, which supports diverse aquatic life and recreational activities.
Environmental context
The Zambujeira plant discharges into the Atlantic Ocean near the town of Zambujeira do Mar. The coastal waters in this region are part of a dynamic marine ecosystem that supports fish populations and migratory seabirds. The area is also important for tourism and local fisheries, making proper wastewater treatment essential for maintaining water quality and ecological balance.
Frequently asked questions
The Zambujeira wastewater treatment plant is located in Zambujeira do Mar, in the municipality of Lourinhã, Lisbon district, Portugal.
The Zambujeira plant serves a population of 18,500 people.
The plant discharges treated wastewater into the Atlantic Ocean, as it is located within 50 km of the coast.
As a Portuguese plant, it operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which sets treatment standards for agglomerations based on population size and receiving water sensitivity.
Under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive, agglomerations with a population equivalent between 10,000 and 150,000 typically require secondary treatment, especially when discharging into coastal waters.
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