Overview
MOLINA DE SEGURA NORTE is a major wastewater treatment plant serving 178,772 people in Molina de Segura, Región de Murcia, Spain. It operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive, which mandates secondary treatment for agglomerations ov
MOLINA DE SEGURA NORTE is a key wastewater treatment facility located in Molina de Segura, within the Vega Media del Segura comarca of the Región de Murcia, Spain. Serving a population of 178,772, it is classified as a large agglomeration under EU regulations, requiring advanced treatment to protect sensitive receiving waters. As a plant serving over 150,000 people, MOLINA DE SEGURA NORTE is subject to the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which mandates secondary biological treatment as a minimum, with tertiary treatment required for discharges into sensitive areas. The plant's treatment process and capacity are designed to meet these stringent standards, ensuring compliance with Spanish and European water quality regulations. The treated effluent is discharged into the Segura River basin, which flows through southeastern Spain into the Mediterranean Sea. The Segura River supports diverse aquatic life and is an important water resource for agriculture and urban areas in the region. The plant plays a critical role in protecting the river's ecological health and downstream coastal waters from nutrient pollution and other contaminants.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Segura River, which flows through the Vega Media del Segura region and eventually reaches the Mediterranean Sea near Guardamar del Segura. The Segura River basin is ecologically sensitive, supporting a variety of fish and bird species, and is subject to pressures from agricultural runoff and urban development. The plant's advanced treatment helps mitigate eutrophication risks in the river and coastal lagoon systems.
Frequently asked questions
MOLINA DE SEGURA NORTE is located in Campotejar Baja, Molina de Segura, in the Vega Media del Segura comarca of the Región de Murcia, Spain.
The plant serves a population of 178,772, classifying it as a large agglomeration under EU regulations.
The treated wastewater is discharged into the Segura River, which flows through southeastern Spain and ultimately reaches the Mediterranean Sea.
The plant protects the Segura River and its downstream ecosystems, including the coastal waters of the Mediterranean Sea, by treating wastewater to reduce pollutants.
As a plant serving over 150,000 people, it falls under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which requires secondary treatment as a minimum and tertiary treatment if discharging into sensitive areas.
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