Overview
PINEIRA MONFORTE DE LEMOS is a closed wastewater treatment plant in Monforte de Lemos, Galicia, Spain. It served a population of 22,744 before ceasing operations.
PINEIRA MONFORTE DE LEMOS is a former wastewater treatment plant located in Monforte de Lemos, within the province of Lugo in Galicia, Spain. The facility served a population of approximately 22,744 residents before its closure. As a plant in Spain, it operated under the European Union's Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which requires secondary treatment for agglomerations of this size. Monforte de Lemos lies in the Miño River basin, which drains into the Atlantic Ocean. The region is known for its ecological importance, supporting diverse aquatic life and contributing to the overall health of the Miño-Sil river system.
Environmental context
The plant is located in the Miño River basin, which flows through Galicia and into the Atlantic Ocean. The Miño River supports a variety of fish species, including Atlantic salmon and sea trout, and its estuary is an important ecological zone. The closure of this plant may have implications for local water quality, but the broader watershed remains ecologically sensitive.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Monforte de Lemos, in the province of Lugo, Galicia, Spain.
The plant served a population of 22,744 before its closure.
The specific reason for closure is not publicly available, but it may be due to consolidation of treatment facilities or infrastructure upgrades in the region.
Wastewater from the area is likely now treated at a different facility, ensuring continued compliance with EU wastewater treatment standards.
Wastewater treatment in Spain is governed by the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which sets standards for collection, treatment, and discharge.
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