Overview
ALTAFULLA wastewater treatment plant serves Tarragona, Spain, with a designed capacity of 1.00 and a population of 23,340. It operates under EU regulations for medium agglomerations.
The ALTAFULLA wastewater treatment plant is located in Tarragona, within the autonomous community of Catalunya, Spain. It serves a population of approximately 23,340, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration under EU standards. As a Spanish facility, ALTAFULLA operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive 91/271/EEC, which mandates secondary treatment for agglomerations of this size. The directive also requires more advanced treatment if the plant discharges into sensitive areas. The plant's regulatory compliance is overseen by Spanish authorities, ensuring adherence to national and EU water quality standards. The plant's treated effluent likely discharges into local water bodies that drain toward the Mediterranean Sea, given its proximity to the coast (within 50 km). This makes the plant's performance critical for protecting coastal water quality and marine ecosystems. The surrounding region of Tarragona features a mix of urban and agricultural land uses, influencing the wastewater composition and treatment requirements.
Environmental context
The ALTAFULLA plant is situated in the Tarragona region of Catalunya, within the drainage basin that ultimately flows into the Mediterranean Sea. The receiving water bodies are part of a coastal watershed that supports diverse aquatic life and is important for regional biodiversity. The plant's discharge affects local streams and the marine environment, making effective treatment essential to prevent nutrient enrichment and protect sensitive coastal habitats.
Frequently asked questions
The ALTAFULLA plant is located in Tarragona, in the autonomous community of Catalunya, Spain. Its address is Mas de Pugatell, Camí de la Pedrera, Ferran, Tarragona.
The plant serves a population of approximately 23,340, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration under EU classification.
The treated effluent is discharged into local water bodies that drain toward the Mediterranean Sea, given the plant's location within 50 km of the coast.
The plant operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive 91/271/EEC, which requires secondary treatment for agglomerations of this size and may require advanced treatment if discharging into sensitive areas.
In Spain, plants serving medium agglomerations typically employ secondary biological treatment, such as activated sludge, to meet EU standards. Some may include nutrient removal if the receiving waters are sensitive.
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