Overview
TUDELA wastewater treatment plant serves Cabanillas, Navarra, Spain, with a population equivalent of 88,182. The facility operates under EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive 91/271/EEC, which mandates secondary treatment for agglomerations of thi
The TUDELA wastewater treatment plant is located in Cabanillas, Navarra, Spain, serving a population equivalent of 88,182. This places it as a medium-to-large agglomeration under EU classification, requiring robust treatment infrastructure to manage municipal and industrial wastewater from the surrounding area. As a Spanish facility, the plant operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive 91/271/EEC, which mandates secondary treatment for agglomerations over 2,000 population equivalent and more advanced treatment in sensitive areas. The plant discharges into the Ebro River basin, which flows through northeastern Spain before reaching the Mediterranean Sea. The Ebro River is a vital water resource for agriculture and ecosystems in the region, supporting diverse aquatic life and serving as an important migratory corridor for fish species. Proper treatment at this facility helps protect downstream water quality and the ecological health of the Ebro Delta.
Environmental context
The TUDELA plant discharges into the Ebro River basin, which flows into the Mediterranean Sea via the Ebro Delta. The Ebro River supports diverse aquatic ecosystems and is a critical water source for agriculture in the region. The plant's operations help maintain water quality in this ecologically sensitive watershed, which hosts important fish populations and migratory birds.
Frequently asked questions
The TUDELA plant is located in Cabanillas, Navarra, Spain, along the Carretera Tudela - Tauste road.
The plant serves a population equivalent of 88,182, classifying it as a medium-to-large agglomeration under EU standards.
The plant discharges treated wastewater into the Ebro River basin, which ultimately flows into the Mediterranean Sea.
The plant operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive 91/271/EEC, which requires secondary treatment for agglomerations over 2,000 PE and more stringent treatment in sensitive areas.
Plants of this scale in Spain typically employ secondary biological treatment, such as activated sludge, and may include nutrient removal to meet EU standards for sensitive areas.
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