Overview
VELEZ MALAGA wastewater treatment plant serves Vélez-Málaga, Andalucía, Spain. It treats wastewater for over 105,000 people and is located near the coast.
The VELEZ MALAGA wastewater treatment plant is located in La Laguna, Torre del Mar, within the municipality of Vélez-Málaga in the province of Málaga, Andalucía, Spain. It serves a population of approximately 105,597, classifying it as a large agglomeration under EU regulations. As a Spanish facility, the plant operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive 91/271/EEC, which requires secondary treatment for agglomerations of this size. The plant's designed capacity is 1.00 (likely in cubic meters per day or similar units), indicating its scale. The plant is situated within 50 km of the coast, discharging treated wastewater into the Mediterranean Sea via local watercourses. Its operations help protect the coastal waters of the Axarquía region, supporting marine biodiversity and recreational water quality.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Mediterranean Sea near the Costa del Sol, a region known for its tourism and marine ecosystems. The treated effluent flows through local streams and the Vélez River before reaching the sea. This coastal area supports diverse marine life, including seagrass meadows and fish species, and is important for local fisheries and tourism. Proper treatment is essential to prevent nutrient pollution and protect water quality.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in La Laguna, Torre del Mar, within the municipality of Vélez-Málaga, in the province of Málaga, Andalucía, Spain.
The plant serves a population of approximately 105,597 people, classifying it as a large agglomeration under EU regulations.
The plant discharges treated wastewater into the Mediterranean Sea via local watercourses, including the Vélez River, after treatment.
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 15,000 population equivalent.
Under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive, plants serving over 100,000 people in sensitive areas require tertiary treatment. In coastal areas like Andalucía, secondary treatment is standard, with additional nutrient removal where needed to protect the Mediterranean Sea.
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