Overview
FOIA DE CASTALLA is a wastewater treatment plant serving Castalla, Spain, in the Comunitat Valenciana region. It serves a population of approximately 52,969 and operates under EU regulations.
FOIA DE CASTALLA is a wastewater treatment plant located in Castalla, within the Comunitat Valenciana region of Spain. The plant serves a population of around 52,969, classifying it as a medium to large agglomeration under EU standards. Its address is Camí del Riu, Castalla, l'Alcoià, Alacant / Alicante. As a plant in Spain, FOIA DE CASTALLA 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 plant discharges into sensitive areas. The plant's treated effluent is discharged into local watercourses that eventually drain into the Mediterranean Sea. The Comunitat Valenciana region features a semi-arid climate with seasonal rainfall, and the local watershed supports agricultural activities and diverse ecosystems. Proper wastewater treatment is essential to protect downstream water quality and aquatic life.
Environmental context
FOIA DE CASTALLA discharges into local rivers that flow towards the Mediterranean Sea, which is the ultimate receiving water body. The region's watershed supports agricultural irrigation and sustains aquatic habitats. Protecting water quality is crucial for the downstream environment, including coastal areas that are ecologically sensitive and support diverse marine life.
Frequently asked questions
FOIA DE CASTALLA is located in Castalla, in the Comunitat Valenciana region of Spain, at Camí del Riu, Castalla, l'Alcoià, Alacant / Alicante.
The plant serves a population of approximately 52,969 people.
The treated wastewater is discharged into local rivers that flow towards the Mediterranean Sea.
As a plant serving over 50,000 people, FOIA DE CASTALLA is classified as a medium to large agglomeration under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which requires secondary treatment and potentially more advanced treatment if discharging into sensitive areas.
In Spain, plants serving around 50,000 people typically provide secondary treatment as a minimum, and may include tertiary treatment if required by local environmental conditions or if the receiving water body is sensitive.
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