Overview
SARRIA wastewater treatment plant serves the town of Sarria in Galicia, Spain. It operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive, which mandates secondary treatment for agglomerations of this scale.
The SARRIA wastewater treatment plant is located in Sarria, a town in the province of Lugo, Galicia, Spain. The plant serves a population of approximately 12,122 people, classifying it as a medium agglomeration under EU regulations. It is situated inland, away from coastal areas, and its operations are part of the regional water management infrastructure. As a plant serving a population between 10,000 and 150,000, it falls under the requirements of the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC). This directive mandates secondary treatment for all discharges from agglomerations of this size, unless the receiving waters are designated as sensitive areas, which may require more advanced treatment. The plant's specific treatment process and capacity details are not publicly available, but the regulatory framework ensures a baseline level of treatment. The treated effluent from the plant is discharged into local watercourses that eventually drain into the Atlantic Ocean via the Miño River basin. The region of Galicia is known for its abundant rainfall and numerous rivers, which support diverse aquatic ecosystems. The plant plays a crucial role in protecting the water quality of these rivers and the downstream environment.
Environmental context
The SARRIA plant discharges into the local river system, which is part of the Miño River basin. The Miño River flows through Galicia and forms part of the border with Portugal before emptying into the Atlantic Ocean. This watershed supports a variety of aquatic life, including migratory fish species such as salmon and eels. The plant's operations help maintain water quality in this ecologically sensitive region, which is important for both biodiversity and local communities that rely on these water resources.
Frequently asked questions
The SARRIA wastewater treatment plant is located in Sarria, a town in the province of Lugo, in the autonomous community of Galicia, Spain. The full address is O Camiño dos Agros, A Veiguiña, Vilar de Sarria, Sarria, Lugo, Galicia, 27619, España.
The SARRIA wastewater treatment plant serves a population of approximately 12,122 people, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration under EU regulations.
The treated wastewater from the SARRIA plant is discharged into local watercourses that are part of the Miño River basin. The Miño River flows through Galicia and into the Atlantic Ocean.
As a plant in Spain serving over 10,000 people, the SARRIA plant operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC). This directive requires secondary treatment for discharges from agglomerations of this size, with possible additional treatment if the receiving waters are sensitive.
In Spain, wastewater treatment plants serving populations between 10,000 and 150,000 are required by the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive to provide at least secondary treatment. This typically involves biological processes to reduce organic matter and suspended solids before discharge.
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