Overview
The ALGUAZAS wastewater treatment plant serves the municipality of Alguazas in the Region of Murcia, Spain, with a population equivalent of 62,787. It operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive, which mandates secondary treatment for
The ALGUAZAS wastewater treatment plant is located in Alguazas, within the Vega Media del Segura comarca of the Region of Murcia, Spain. It serves a population equivalent of 62,787, classifying it as a medium-to-large agglomeration under EU regulations. The plant is situated near the Segura River, which is the primary watercourse in this semi-arid Mediterranean region. As a Spanish facility, the plant operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which requires secondary treatment for agglomerations with a population equivalent between 10,000 and 150,000. For larger agglomerations discharging into sensitive areas, tertiary treatment may be required. The regulatory framework ensures compliance with discharge standards. The treated effluent is likely discharged into the Segura River, which flows through the Vega Media del Segura and eventually reaches the Mediterranean Sea via the Segura Delta. The river supports irrigated agriculture and diverse aquatic life, making proper wastewater treatment essential for protecting downstream ecosystems and water quality in the region.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Segura River basin, which drains into the Mediterranean Sea through the Segura Delta. The river supports a variety of aquatic species and is used for irrigation in the surrounding agricultural areas. The semi-arid climate of the Region of Murcia makes water quality management critical for both ecological health and human use. The plant's operation helps protect downstream ecosystems from nutrient pollution and pathogens.
Frequently asked questions
The ALGUAZAS plant is located in Alguazas, in the Vega Media del Segura comarca of the Region of Murcia, Spain. Its address is Vía Verde del Noroeste (Antigua vía Murcia-Caravaca), El Colmenar, Alguazas.
The treated wastewater from the ALGUAZAS plant is likely discharged into the Segura River, which flows through the Vega Media del Segura and eventually reaches the Mediterranean Sea. The plant's discharge is regulated under Spanish and EU water quality standards.
The ALGUAZAS plant primarily protects the Segura River, which is the main watercourse in the area. The river supports local agriculture and ecosystems, and proper treatment helps maintain water quality downstream.
The ALGUAZAS plant serves a population equivalent of 62,787, which falls under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC). This directive requires secondary treatment for agglomerations between 10,000 and 150,000 population equivalent, and may require more advanced treatment if the receiving waters are sensitive.
In Spain, wastewater treatment plants serving around 63,000 people typically provide secondary treatment, which includes biological processes to remove organic matter and nutrients. Some plants may also include tertiary treatment for nutrient removal, especially if discharging into sensitive areas like the Mediterranean Sea.
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