Overview
ALMENARA wastewater treatment plant serves the municipality of Almenara in Comunitat Valenciana, Spain. It is located near the coast and operates under EU regulations for small agglomerations.
The ALMENARA wastewater treatment plant is located in Almenara, a municipality in the province of Castellón, within the Comunitat Valenciana region of Spain. The plant serves a population of approximately 7,592 people, classifying it as a small agglomeration under EU standards. Its location near the Mediterranean coast places it in a sensitive environmental area where treated effluent quality is critical. As a Spanish facility, the plant operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive 91/271/EEC, which requires secondary treatment for agglomerations of this size. The directive also mandates more stringent treatment for discharges into sensitive areas, such as coastal zones. The plant's designed capacity is 1.00 cubic hectometer per year, indicating its scale relative to the population served. The treated wastewater from ALMENARA is discharged into the local water system, which ultimately drains into the Mediterranean Sea. The coastal environment supports diverse marine life and is important for tourism and fishing. Proper treatment is essential to prevent nutrient pollution and protect water quality in the region.
Environmental context
The ALMENARA plant discharges into the Mediterranean Sea via local streams and drainage networks. The coastal waters of Comunitat Valenciana support seagrass meadows and marine biodiversity, making them ecologically sensitive. Nutrient loading from wastewater could contribute to eutrophication, so effective treatment is crucial for preserving water quality and the health of the marine ecosystem.
Frequently asked questions
The ALMENARA plant is located in Almenara, a municipality in the province of Castellón, Comunitat Valenciana, Spain.
The plant serves approximately 7,592 people, classifying it as a small agglomeration under EU regulations.
The treated wastewater is discharged into local water bodies that flow into the Mediterranean Sea, requiring careful treatment to protect coastal water quality.
As a Spanish facility, the plant operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive 91/271/EEC, which mandates secondary treatment for agglomerations of this size and more stringent treatment for discharges into sensitive coastal areas.
For small agglomerations in Spain, secondary treatment is standard under the EU UWWTD. Plants near the coast may require additional nutrient removal to comply with sensitive area designations.
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