Overview
Masquefa wastewater treatment plant serves the town of Masquefa in Catalunya, Spain, with a designed capacity of 1.00 volume units. It operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive.
The Masquefa wastewater treatment plant is located in the town of Masquefa, in the province of Barcelona, Catalunya, Spain. It serves a population of approximately 4,119 people, making it a small agglomeration under EU classification. As a plant in Spain, Masquefa operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive 91/271/EEC, which requires appropriate treatment for discharges into freshwater or estuarine areas. The plant's treated effluent is discharged into the local watershed, which ultimately drains into the Mediterranean Sea via the Llobregat River basin. This region supports diverse aquatic life and is important for water resources in Catalunya.
Environmental context
The Masquefa plant discharges into the Anoia River, a tributary of the Llobregat River, which flows into the Mediterranean Sea near Barcelona. The Llobregat basin is ecologically significant, supporting riparian habitats and serving as a water source for agriculture and urban areas. The downstream environment includes sensitive coastal zones that benefit from proper wastewater treatment to prevent nutrient pollution.
Frequently asked questions
The Masquefa wastewater treatment plant is located at Passatge de la Font del Torrent, Masquefa, in the province of Barcelona, Catalunya, Spain.
The plant serves approximately 4,119 people, classifying it as a small agglomeration under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive.
The treated wastewater is discharged into the local watershed, which flows into the Anoia River, a tributary of the Llobregat River, ultimately reaching the Mediterranean Sea.
As a Spanish plant, Masquefa operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive 91/271/EEC, which mandates secondary treatment for small agglomerations discharging into freshwater.
For small agglomerations in Spain, secondary treatment is typically required under EU directives, ensuring removal of organic matter and suspended solids before discharge.
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