Overview
ANTEQUERA wastewater treatment plant serves the city of Antequera in Andalucía, Spain, with a designed capacity of 1.00 and a population served of 51,600.
The ANTEQUERA wastewater treatment plant is located in Antequera, Málaga, within the Andalucía region of Spain. It serves a population of 51,600, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration under EU regulations. 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 advanced treatment if the receiving waters are designated as sensitive areas. The plant's operational status and treatment level are consistent with standard municipal wastewater management practices in the region. The treated effluent from the plant is discharged into local water bodies that ultimately drain into the Mediterranean Sea. The surrounding area is part of the Guadalhorce River basin, which supports diverse aquatic life and agricultural activities. Proper treatment at this plant helps protect downstream ecosystems and water quality in the region.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Guadalhorce River basin, which flows through Andalucía and eventually reaches the Mediterranean Sea near Málaga. This coastal region supports important marine habitats and is a key area for biodiversity, including migratory bird species. Effective wastewater treatment is crucial to prevent nutrient pollution and protect the ecological health of the river and coastal waters.
Frequently asked questions
The ANTEQUERA wastewater treatment plant is located in Antequera, Málaga, in the Andalucía region of Spain.
The plant serves a population of 51,600, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration under EU regulations.
The treated effluent is discharged into local water bodies within the Guadalhorce River basin, which ultimately flows to the Mediterranean Sea.
As a Spanish facility serving over 50,000 people, the plant is subject to the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive 91/271/EEC, which requires secondary treatment and potentially more advanced treatment if the receiving waters are sensitive.
For agglomerations of this size, the EU directive mandates secondary treatment. In Spain, many such plants also incorporate nutrient removal to protect sensitive coastal and riverine environments.
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