GARRUCHA MOJACAR TURRE Wastewater Treatment Plant, Mojácar, Andalucía

The GARRUCHA MOJACAR TURRE wastewater treatment plant is located in El Palmeral, Mojácar, within the province of Almería in Andalucía, Spain. It serves a population of approximately 19,617, placing it in the medium agglomeration category under EU regulations. As a Spanish plant, it operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive 91/271/EEC, which requires secondary treatment for agglomerations of this size. The regulatory framework ensures that discharges meet quality standards to protect the environment. The plant's treated effluent is discharged into the local watershed, which ultimately drains into the Mediterranean Sea. This coastal region supports diverse marine life and is important for tourism and fisheries. Proper treatment is essential to prevent nutrient pollution and protect coastal water quality.

The plant discharges into the Mediterranean Sea via local watercourses in the Almería region. The coastal waters support seagrass meadows and marine biodiversity, making nutrient management critical. The area is part of the Alboran Sea ecosystem, which is a migratory corridor for marine species and supports local fishing communities.