Overview
BARBASTRO wastewater treatment plant serves the city of Barbastro in Aragón, Spain. It provides municipal wastewater treatment for a population of approximately 33,394.
The BARBASTRO wastewater treatment plant is located in Barbastro, a city in the province of Huesca, within the autonomous community of Aragón, Spain. The plant serves a population of around 33,394, placing it in the medium agglomeration category under European Union classifications. 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 if the receiving waters are designated as sensitive areas. It is expected to meet the regulatory standards for its population tier. The treated effluent from the plant is discharged into the local water system, which ultimately drains into the Ebro River basin. The Ebro River is one of Spain's major rivers, flowing into the Mediterranean Sea. The plant plays a key role in protecting the water quality of the Ebro basin and the downstream marine environment.
Environmental context
The BARBASTRO plant discharges into the Ebro River basin, which flows into the Mediterranean Sea. The Ebro River supports diverse aquatic life and is an important resource for agriculture and human use in the region. The plant's operations help maintain water quality in this ecologically significant watershed.
Frequently asked questions
The BARBASTRO plant is located in Barbastro, a city in the province of Huesca, in the autonomous community of Aragón, Spain.
The plant serves approximately 33,394 people, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration under EU regulations.
The treated effluent is discharged into the local water system, which drains into the Ebro River basin and ultimately reaches the Mediterranean Sea.
Under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive 91/271/EEC, plants serving agglomerations of this size are required to provide secondary treatment. If the receiving waters are sensitive, more stringent treatment may be needed.
In Spain, plants serving this population typically employ secondary biological treatment, such as activated sludge, to meet EU standards. Some may also include nutrient removal if discharging into sensitive areas.
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