Overview
LAS TINAS wastewater treatment plant serves Val de San Vicente in Cantabria, Spain, with a designed capacity of 1.00 and a population served of 3,000. It operates under Spain's implementation of the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive.
LAS TINAS is a wastewater treatment plant located in Val de San Vicente, Cantabria, Spain. Serving a population of approximately 3,000, the plant is part of the region's municipal wastewater infrastructure, situated near the coastal area of northern Spain. As a small agglomeration under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), the plant is expected to provide appropriate treatment to protect the local environment. The designed capacity is 1.00, indicating the scale of the facility. Spain's regulatory framework ensures compliance with EU standards for wastewater treatment. The plant discharges into the local watershed, which ultimately drains into the Cantabrian Sea. The surrounding area features a coastal ecosystem that supports diverse marine life. Proper treatment is essential to maintain water quality and protect the ecological balance of the region.
Environmental context
The plant is located in Cantabria, a region along the northern coast of Spain. Its discharge contributes to the local river system that flows into the Cantabrian Sea. The coastal environment is ecologically sensitive, supporting diverse aquatic species and serving as a habitat for migratory birds. Effective wastewater treatment helps prevent nutrient pollution and protects the marine ecosystem.
Frequently asked questions
LAS TINAS is located in Val de San Vicente, Cantabria, Spain, near the coastal area of northern Spain.
The plant serves a population of approximately 3,000 people in the Val de San Vicente area.
The plant discharges treated wastewater into the local watershed, which eventually flows into the Cantabrian Sea.
As a Spanish plant, LAS TINAS operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which sets treatment standards based on population size and receiving water sensitivity.
For small agglomerations like this, secondary treatment is typically required under the EU directive, ensuring adequate removal of organic matter and nutrients to protect coastal waters.
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