Overview
Martorell wastewater treatment plant serves 27,561 people in Catalunya, Spain. It operates under EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive requirements for medium-sized agglomerations.
The Martorell wastewater treatment plant is located in Martorell, a town in the Baix Llobregat region of Barcelona, Catalunya, Spain. The facility serves a population of approximately 27,561, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration under EU regulations. As a Spanish plant, Martorell is subject to the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which mandates secondary treatment for agglomerations of this scale. Spanish wastewater infrastructure is typically managed by municipal or regional water authorities. The plant discharges treated effluent into the local watershed, which ultimately drains into the Mediterranean Sea via the Llobregat River basin. The Llobregat River is a key water resource for the Barcelona metropolitan area and supports diverse aquatic ecosystems before reaching the sea.
Environmental context
The Martorell plant discharges into the Llobregat River basin, which flows through Catalunya and empties into the Mediterranean Sea near Barcelona. The Llobregat River supports a variety of aquatic life and is an important water source for agriculture and urban use. Downstream, the river delta and coastal area are ecologically sensitive, hosting migratory birds and marine species. Proper treatment at Martorell helps protect these downstream environments from nutrient pollution and pathogens.
Frequently asked questions
The Martorell wastewater treatment plant is located in Martorell, a town in the Baix Llobregat region of Barcelona, Catalunya, Spain.
The Martorell plant serves approximately 27,561 people, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration under EU regulations.
The plant discharges into the Llobregat River basin, which flows to the Mediterranean Sea. It helps protect the Llobregat River and downstream coastal ecosystems.
As a Spanish plant serving over 10,000 people, Martorell is subject to the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which requires secondary treatment for medium-sized agglomerations to reduce pollution.
Under the EU UWWTD, plants serving 10,000 to 100,000 people in Spain typically require secondary treatment. Many also incorporate nutrient removal to protect sensitive water bodies like the Mediterranean Sea.
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