Overview
ALBUFERA SUR is a wastewater treatment plant serving Sollana, Valencia, Spain. It serves a population of 94,776 and is located near the Mediterranean coast.
ALBUFERA SUR is a wastewater treatment plant located in Sollana, in the Comunitat Valenciana region of Spain. It serves a population of approximately 94,776 people, classifying it as a large agglomeration under EU regulations. The plant is situated near the Albufera Natural Park, a coastal lagoon ecosystem of high ecological value. As a plant serving over 90,000 people, it falls under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which requires secondary treatment as a minimum, and tertiary treatment if discharging into sensitive areas. The Albufera lagoon is designated as a sensitive area due to eutrophication risk, so advanced treatment is expected. The plant's designed capacity is 1. The plant's treated effluent likely discharges into the Albufera lagoon or its associated irrigation channels, which ultimately drain into the Mediterranean Sea. The Albufera is a vital wetland supporting diverse birdlife and aquatic species, and it is a key part of the region's water management and tourism economy. Protecting this ecosystem from nutrient pollution is a priority under both EU and Spanish water laws.
Environmental context
The plant is located near the Albufera lagoon, a coastal wetland that connects to the Mediterranean Sea via channels. The lagoon is a sensitive ecosystem prone to eutrophication from nutrient inputs. Downstream, the waters flow into the Gulf of Valencia, supporting fisheries and tourism. The region's semi-arid climate makes water quality management critical for both ecological health and human use.
Frequently asked questions
ALBUFERA SUR is located in Sollana, in the Comunitat Valenciana region of Spain, near the Albufera Natural Park and the Mediterranean coast.
The plant serves a population of 94,776 people, classifying it as a large agglomeration under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive.
The treated effluent likely discharges into the Albufera lagoon or its associated irrigation channels, which eventually flow into the Mediterranean Sea.
As a Spanish plant serving over 90,000 people, it operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which mandates secondary treatment and likely tertiary treatment due to the sensitive Albufera lagoon.
For large agglomerations in Spain, especially those discharging into sensitive areas like the Albufera, tertiary treatment (nutrient removal) is typically required to prevent eutrophication and comply with EU standards.
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