Overview
ROWP CUP Dunarea Braila SE Faurei is a wastewater treatment plant serving 1,830 people in the Brăila area, Romania. It operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive.
ROWP CUP Dunarea Braila SE Faurei is a wastewater treatment plant located in Vișani, near Brăila, Romania. It serves a population of approximately 1,830 people, classifying it as a small agglomeration under EU regulations. As a Romanian facility, the plant is subject to the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which requires appropriate treatment for small agglomerations. The directive mandates secondary treatment for discharges to freshwater bodies, with more stringent requirements for sensitive areas. The plant's treated effluent likely discharges into the Danube River basin, which flows into the Black Sea. The Danube is a major European waterway supporting diverse aquatic life and providing water for agriculture and industry. Proper treatment is essential to protect downstream ecosystems and water quality.
Environmental context
The plant is located in the Danube River basin, one of Europe's most significant watersheds. The Danube flows eastward through Romania and into the Black Sea via the Danube Delta, a vast wetland of ecological importance. The delta supports diverse bird species, fish, and unique habitats. Effective wastewater treatment helps prevent nutrient pollution and protects this sensitive downstream environment.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Vișani, near Brăila, Romania.
The plant serves approximately 1,830 people.
The plant likely discharges treated effluent into the Danube River basin, which ultimately flows into the Black Sea.
As a Romanian plant, it operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which sets treatment standards based on population size and receiving water sensitivity.
For small agglomerations under 2,000 population equivalent, the EU directive requires appropriate treatment, often secondary treatment or equivalent, to protect receiving waters.
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