Overview
The LUGO wastewater treatment plant serves the city of Lugo in Galicia, Spain, with a population equivalent of over 150,000. It operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive, which mandates secondary treatment for agglomerations of this
The LUGO wastewater treatment plant is located in Castro, San Xoán de Pena, near the city of Lugo in the Galicia region of northwestern Spain. The plant serves a population equivalent of 153,696, classifying it as a large agglomeration under EU regulations. Its inland location places it within the Miño River basin, a major watercourse in the region. As a large agglomeration in the EU, the plant is subject to the Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which requires secondary treatment as a minimum. For discharges into sensitive areas, tertiary treatment may be mandated. The regulatory framework ensures compliance with EU standards for wastewater management. The treated effluent from the LUGO plant is discharged into the Miño River, which flows through Galicia and forms part of the border with Portugal before reaching the Atlantic Ocean. The Miño River supports diverse aquatic life and is an important ecological corridor. The plant plays a key role in protecting the river's water quality and the downstream environment.
Environmental context
The LUGO plant discharges into the Miño River, which flows through Galicia and into the Atlantic Ocean near the border with Portugal. The Miño River basin supports a variety of aquatic species and is an important migratory route for fish. The plant's operations help maintain water quality in this ecologically sensitive river system, which is vital for local biodiversity and downstream communities.
Frequently asked questions
The LUGO wastewater treatment plant is located in Castro, San Xoán de Pena, near the city of Lugo in the Galicia region of northwestern Spain.
The LUGO plant serves a population equivalent of 153,696, classifying it as a large agglomeration under EU regulations.
The treated effluent from the LUGO plant is discharged into the Miño River, which flows through Galicia and into the Atlantic Ocean.
As a large agglomeration in the EU, the LUGO plant must comply with the Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which requires secondary treatment as a minimum. If the receiving waters are sensitive, tertiary treatment may be required.
The Miño River supports diverse aquatic life and serves as an important migratory corridor for fish. The LUGO plant helps protect the river's water quality, which is vital for the local ecosystem and downstream communities.
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