Overview
Villaviciosa de Córdoba wastewater treatment plant serves the town of Villaviciosa de Córdoba in Andalucía, Spain, with a population of approximately 6,533. The plant operates under Spain's implementation of the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directi
The Villaviciosa de Córdoba wastewater treatment plant is located in the province of Córdoba, within the autonomous community of Andalucía, Spain. It serves the town of Villaviciosa de Córdoba, which has a population of about 6,533 residents. The plant is situated inland, away from coastal areas, and its operations are part of the regional water management infrastructure. As a small agglomeration under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), the plant is required to provide appropriate treatment to meet the directive's standards. It plays a key role in local sanitation. The treated effluent from the plant is discharged into a local watercourse that eventually drains into the Guadalquivir River basin, which flows into the Atlantic Ocean via the Gulf of Cádiz. The Guadalquivir basin supports diverse aquatic life and is ecologically important for the region, including migratory bird species and native fish populations.
Environmental context
The plant's discharge enters a tributary of the Guadalquivir River, one of Spain's major rivers, which flows through Andalucía and empties into the Gulf of Cádiz (Atlantic Ocean). The Guadalquivir basin is ecologically significant, supporting wetlands and habitats for migratory birds and endemic species. Proper wastewater treatment helps protect water quality in this sensitive river system, which is vital for agriculture, tourism, and biodiversity in the region.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Villaviciosa de Córdoba, a town in the province of Córdoba, within the autonomous community of Andalucía, Spain. Its address is A-3075, Villaviciosa de Córdoba, Córdoba, Andalucía, 14300.
The plant serves approximately 6,533 residents of Villaviciosa de Córdoba, classifying it as a small agglomeration under EU wastewater directives.
The treated effluent is discharged into a local watercourse that flows into the Guadalquivir River basin, eventually reaching the Atlantic Ocean via the Gulf of Cádiz.
As a Spanish plant, it operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which mandates secondary treatment for agglomerations of this size, and is enforced by national and regional authorities.
For small agglomerations (under 10,000 population equivalent) in Spain, secondary treatment is typically required under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive, ensuring removal of organic matter and suspended solids.
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