Overview
RABADE wastewater treatment plant serves the municipality of Rábade in Galicia, Spain. It operates under EU regulations for agglomerations of its size, treating wastewater from approximately 8,288 residents.
The RABADE wastewater treatment plant is located in Rábade, a municipality in the province of Lugo, Galicia, Spain. Serving a population of around 8,288 people, the plant is part of the region's wastewater infrastructure managed under Spanish and European Union regulations. As a medium-sized agglomeration, the plant is subject to the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive 91/271/EEC, which requires secondary treatment for discharges into freshwater and estuaries. The regulatory framework ensures compliance with effluent standards. The plant discharges treated wastewater into local watercourses that ultimately drain into the Atlantic Ocean via the Miño River basin. The surrounding area is ecologically sensitive, supporting diverse aquatic life and contributing to the overall health of the Galician coastal environment.
Environmental context
The plant's treated effluent flows into the Miño River basin, which drains into the Atlantic Ocean near the border with Portugal. This watershed supports important fisheries and migratory bird populations. The region's Atlantic climate and rugged terrain influence runoff patterns and water quality management needs.
Frequently asked questions
The RABADE plant is located in Rábade, a municipality in the province of Lugo, Galicia, Spain. Its address is Avenida da Coruña, A Ponte, Tras do Regueiro, Rábade.
The plant serves approximately 8,288 people, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration under EU classification.
The plant discharges treated effluent into local watercourses that are part of the Miño River basin, which ultimately flows into the Atlantic Ocean.
As a Spanish plant serving over 2,000 people, it operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive 91/271/EEC, which mandates secondary treatment and compliance with effluent standards for freshwater discharges.
For agglomerations of this size, secondary treatment (biological treatment) is standard under EU regulations. Some plants may also incorporate nutrient removal if discharging into sensitive areas.
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