Estación Depuradora de Aguas Residuales de Barranco Seco - Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Gran Canaria, España
N 28° 05.303 W 015° 25.646
28R E 458007 N 3107066
Barranco Seco Wastewater Treatment Plant in the south of the island capital.
Waymark Code: WM10072
Location: Islas Canarias, Spain
Date Posted: 02/01/2019
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member bluesnote
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The Barranco Seco Wastewater Treatment Plant in the south of the island capital with a flow rate of 12970 m3/d is the largest on the island of Gran Canaria. The complex lies between a mountain range and the motorway GC-31.
Due to its location, the complex is best seen from the San Jose ridge.
What is the capacity of the facility?: 12970 m3/d

Describe the biological treatment technology used.:
- Pre-cleaning by microfiltration - Different types of sludge generated in an activated sludge treatment plant


How are biosolids (sludge) managed?: On-site landfilling

What technology is used for disinfection prior to dicharge of treated water?: Chloration

Who is the owner/operator fo the facility?: UTE EDAR Las Palmas

How is the facility governed?: Ministry of Environment

What is the website of the WWTP?: [Web Link]

Visit Instructions:
Please post at least 2 original photographs of the site. We would much rather see photos of the plant itself as opposed to the front office, but we also understand that security and site layout may limit your opportunities.
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