CHAPTER IV

ENVIRONMENTAL ASPECT

This chapter identifies and discusses the environmental aspect of the proposed

wastewater treatment facility. Wastewater analysis is analyzed in accordance with the Water

Quality Guidelines by the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) along with

the Engineer’s Report given by the Pollution Control Officer.

Acceptable Range based

Influent
Influent on Water Quality
Parameter UNIT Eden Nature
Porky Best Guidelines
Park
AA D
PRIMARY PARAMETER
BOD
Biochemical mg/L 488 567 1 15
Oxygen Demand
TSS
Total Suspended mg/L 124 ppm 25 110
Solids
pH 5.73
mg/L 7 15
Acidity Acidic
N-Total
mg/L 60.54
Nitrogen
Fecal Coliform
mg/L >160,000 5,400,000 <1.1 400
w/ Human Feces
Phosphate as
mg/L 0.72 <0.003 5
Phosphorus
Nitrates mg/L <0.5 7 15
SECONDARY PARAMETERS
Inorganics
Ammoniacal
mg/L 4.4 0.05 0.75
Nitrogen NH3-N
SECONDARY PARAMETERS
Organics
Surfactants mg/L 1.3 <0.025 3
Oil And Grease mg/L 5.5 1 5

4.1 FINDINGS

4.1.1 Wastewater Analysis

 Based on the wastewater analysis laboratory results, the Biochemical Oxygen Demand

(BOD) has alarming value of 567 mg/L wherein it is beyond the acceptable range which is 1-15

mg/L; that means the wastewater is polluted since there are organic matter present in the water.

The fecal coliform present in the wastewater has a value of 5,400,000 mg/L which is past the

acceptable range of 1-400 mg/L but based on the Engineer’s Report given by the Pollution Control

Officer of the Eden Nature Park, the toilet is connected to the overflow pipes which may

considered as the source of the fecal coliform. Since it is fecal coliform, it can be treated by the

vertical reed bed filter system.

The Ammoniacal Nitrogen has a value of 4.4mg/L which exceeded the acceptable range

of 0.05-0.75 mg/L which is considered toxic to the aquatic life and contributes to the high value of

BOD present in the wastewater. Oil and Grease present in the wastewater has a value of 5.5

mg/L which is past the acceptable range of 1-5mg/L. Other parameters like surfactants,

phosphate and nitrates are within the acceptable range, thus this study will concentrate on

wastewater treatment wherein parameters such as Biochemical Oxygen Demand (BOD),

Ammoniacal Nitrogen and Oil and Grease will be reduced. By using vertical helophyte filter

system (Ligtvoet, 2018) as a secondary treatment of the wastewater, the environment surrounding

the location will be preserved.

4.1.2 Engineer’s Report

Based on the Engineer’s Report, the water present in the Eden Nature Park can

be classified as domestic wastewater since Eden Nature Park consists of restaurants, hotels and

laundry service area. On the other, the type of wastewater generated by the Eden Nature Park

has blackwater produced by the restaurants which is from the dishwashers and food preparation

sinks but for their hotels, septic tank system is used. Thus, the high value of fecal coliform based

on the wastewater analysis means that the fecal present in the wastewater generally originated

from the animal feces. Furthermore, greywater is present to the laundry service area. The high
value of fecal coliform based on the wastewater analysis means that the fecal present in the

wastewater generally originated from the animal feces.

4.2 RECOMMENDATION

Briefly discusses the recommended wastewater treatment that is suitable to the

wastewater present in the Eden Nature Park & Resort.

4.2.1 Screen

The wastewater will first pass through a screen wherein large objects will be

removed. Objects that will be extracted from the wastewater will be disposed in a landfill.

4.2.1 Primary Treatment

Primary treatment is the first stage wherein the wastewater will be treated, a septic

tank as a method of sedimentation, there will be four chambers for the septic tank, the first will

serve as grit chamber wherein inorganic particles will be removed. The particles extracted from

the first chamber will be disposed in a landfill. The three remaining chambers will serve as primary

settling in which the heavy solid material will settle and the lighter solid material will float to the

surface. There would be a certain time in which the wastewater will stay in the tank or it is called

as residence time, after that the liquid will flow to the next chamber.

4.2.2. Secondary Treatment

Secondary Treatment removes dissolved and suspended biological matter. In this study,

vertical helophyte filter system will be used as a method of secondary treatment. After the

residence time, the treated wastewater can be discharged without any environment threats.

4.2.3 Sludge Disposal

 The treatment is focused to the domestic wastewater produced by the Eden Nature Park

wherein it consists of dirt, food, grease, oil, hair and certain household cleaning products. The

sludge can be pumped by Extraction Waste Management.

4.3 TREATMENT TRAIN

DISPOSAL/
SOURCE SECONDARY REUSE
PRIMARY
Kitchen TREATMENT Creek near
TREATMENT
Bathroom Reed Bed the site
Septic Tank
laundry filter System
location
 CHAPTER V

TECHNICAL ASPECT

6.1 INTRODUCTION

The technical aspect of the proposed wastewater treatment facility will be discussed in

this chapter. The design of the facility, the treatment process, and the different technical plans

such as the floor plan and cross-sectional plan of the facility can be found on this aspect of the

study. Moreover, the guidelines for when emergency arises, for instance infestation and flood, is

identified in this chapter. This section of the paper will serve as the manual of the whole proposed

project

6.2 PROJECT DESCRIPTION

A wastewater treatment facility is where pollutants in wastewater (households and small

industries) are removed or broken down, and treated to become environmentally clean and safe,

either to be reused or directly drained into a sewage line or bodies of water such as rivers, ponds

or lakes. In the resort’s case, the selected process of treatment is by the use of helophytes,

specifically reeds.

6.3 SERVICE

The proposed project will serve as a wastewater treatment facility with its purpose to

maintain Eden Nature Park & Resort as a Mount Apo Reservation Area, which is a zone that
protects and preserves the forest and the wildlife of Mount Apo. The following services consist of

the wastewater treatment facility:

 Grit Chamber

 Septic/Sedimentation Tank

 Storage Tank

 Reed Bed (Vertical Helophyte Filtration System)

6.4 BASIC CONSIDERATIONS

6.4.1 WASTEWATER SOURCE

The proponents of this study did an observation around Eden Nature Park & Resort and

had a meeting with their Pollution Control Officer. Based on the findings of the researchers, the

wastewater will mostly be coming from the laundry service area and the restaurants. Additionally,

the wastewater compositions such as BOD, Fecal Coliform, Ammoniacal Nitrogen and Oil and

Grease are the parameters beyond the Water Quality Guidelines.

6.4.2 WASTEWATER TREATMENT FACILITY LOCATION

The proposed location of the wastewater treatment facility is located inside Eden Nature

Park & Resort, Brgy. Eden, Toril, Davao City as shown in the illustration below. The area is

currently a farm for dragon fruits, but permission from the officers and owner of the resort to

replace the dragon fruit farm with the wastewater treatment facility has already been granted.
 6.4.3 CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT OF THE WASTEWATER TREATMENT

FACILITY

A contractor with a classification of GB-2 or GB-3 in any category will handle the entire

project with principal classification of General Building and at least ISO 9001:2008. The Pollution

Control Officer will be the in-charge for the project under the supervision of Eden Nature Park and

Resort.
 6.4.4 CONSTRUCTION METHOD OF THE WASTEWATER TREATMENT FACILITY

An excavation will be required for the septic tanks. The digging will be done by the use of

backhoe. A total of about 400 cubic meters will be excavated for the settlement tanks, reed bed,

and placement of the main pipeline.

Reinforced concrete for the settlement tanks, Type 2 Portland Cement which are used for

structures in soil, sand and gravel together with 16mm steel reinforcement bars.

Dimensional lumber for the formworks such as 2x4 and 2x6 and 4x8 ply wood sheet.

Wire fencing around the wastewater treatment facility namely steel barbed wires to keep

away from children and animals meeting the reed bed area.

6.5 DESIGN CONSIDERATIONS FOR THE WASTEWATER TREATMENT FACILITY

6.5.1 WATER CONSUMPTION ASSUMPTIONS

An engineer’s report was handed to us by the Pollution Control Officer of the resort. It

contains the water consumption of the whole resort in one day. According to the report, the resort

has a total water consumption of 28, 760 Liters per day supposing that the place is 100% fully
occupied. It is assumed that the total daily volume of water discharge is the same as the volume

of water consumed. To put it briefly, the resort has a wastewater discharge of 28, 760 Liters daily.

6.5.2 FRICTION LOSS

Friction loss is the loss of pressure caused by water flowing through the pipe in a system.

Friction loss is determined by the type, size, and length of the pipe and the amount of liquid flowing

through it.

6.5.3 HEAD LOSSES

When liquid (in this case, wastewater) is flowing in the pipe, shear stress is developed

between the water and the wall of the pipe, while it is dependent on the discharge, roughness of

the pipe, and the pipe length and diameter. Hazen-Williams Formula is used for the calculation of

the friction loss in this study:

10.7𝐿 𝑥 𝑄 1.852
𝐻𝐿 = 𝐶 1.852 𝑥 𝐷 4.87

Where 𝐻𝐿 = ℎ𝑒𝑎𝑑 𝑙𝑜𝑠𝑠 𝑑𝑢𝑒 𝑡𝑜 𝑓𝑟𝑖𝑐𝑡𝑖𝑜𝑛

𝐿 = 𝑑𝑖𝑠𝑡𝑎𝑛𝑐𝑒 𝑏𝑒𝑡𝑤𝑒𝑒𝑛 𝑠𝑒𝑐𝑡𝑖𝑜𝑛𝑠 𝑜𝑟 𝑙𝑒𝑛𝑔𝑡ℎ 𝑜𝑓 𝑝𝑖𝑝𝑒𝑙𝑖𝑛𝑒 (𝑚)

𝐶 = 𝐻𝑎𝑧𝑒𝑛 − 𝑊𝑖𝑙𝑙𝑖𝑎𝑚𝑠 𝐶 − 𝑣𝑎𝑙𝑢𝑒

𝐷 = 𝑖𝑛𝑡𝑒𝑟𝑛𝑎𝑙 𝑑𝑖𝑎𝑚𝑡𝑒𝑟 (𝑚)

𝑚3
𝑄 = 𝑝𝑖𝑝𝑒𝑙𝑖𝑛𝑒 𝑓𝑙𝑜𝑤 𝑟𝑎𝑡𝑒 ( 𝑠
)

Depending on the pipe material used, the C-value, which is referred to as the coefficient

of roughness, may also vary. The higher the C-value, the smoother the pipe, meaning there will

be less friction inside the pipe and minimizing head losses. The recommended C-values for

different pipe materials are shown in the table.

 RECOMMENDED C-
PIPE MATERIAL DIAMETER
VALUES
300mm 150
Plastic
Less than 300mm 140
300mm 140
Iron
Less than 300mm 130

6.5.4 MAIN PIPE LINE DIAMETERS

The main pipe line is where all sewer lines connect. Wastewater from the

restaurants, laundry service area, cottages, swimming pool, and other amenities of Eden Nature

Park will be directed to the main pipe line first. The computation for its diameter is based on the

engineer’s report handed to us by their Pollution Control Officer. The wastewater discharge is 28,

760 Liters per day. Based on an article, the velocity of wastewater in pipe lines should develop a

maximum of 2.5m/s in order to avoid clogging up of wastewater inside the pipe lines. So, the

computation for the main pipe line diameter is as follows:

𝐿 𝑚3
28, 760 = 3.329𝑥10−4
𝑑𝑎𝑦 𝑠𝑒𝑐

𝑄 = 𝐴𝑣

𝑚3 𝜋 𝑚
3.329𝑥10−4 = ( 𝐷 2 )(2.5 )
𝑠𝑒𝑐 4 𝑠

𝐷 = 0.01302𝑚 = 13.02𝑚𝑚

Conferring to Plumbing Code of the Philippines, the minimum pipe diameter of sewer lines

must be 200mm. Since the computed diameter does not meet the required diameter, the required

dimension from the code is followed.

6.5.5 MAIN PIPE LINE MATERIAL SELECTION

 The material to be used for this study is Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) for the main pipe line

which will also be the collection of wastewater from various amenities inside Eden Nature Park &

Resort.

Shown in the table are the characteristics of different pipe materials. The comparison

between materials will prove that PVC is the most suitable for this study.

CHARACTERISTICS GI PVC PE
Crushing strength
versus superimposed Excellent Fair Poor
loads in trench
Burst strength versus
Excellent Good Goof
internal pressure
Durability Fair Excellent Excellent
Resistance to
Poor Excellent Excellent
Corrosion
Flow Capacity Fair Excellent Excellent
Resistance to external
Excellent Fair Fair
mechanical injury
Ease of installation Easy Moderate Moderate
Pipe Cost High Low Low
Cost per Fitting Low High High
Number of Fittings High High High

6.6 WATER TREATMENT PROCESS

6.6.1 PRETREATMENT

Wastewater collection is the first step in waste water treatment process. Collection

systems are put in place by municipal administration, home owners as well as business owners

to ensure that all the wastewater is collected and directed to a central point. This water is then

directed to a treatment plant using underground drainage systems or by exhauster tracks owned

and operated by business people. The transportation of wastewater should however be done

under hygienic conditions. The pipes or tracks should be leak proof and the people offering the

exhausting services should wear protective clothing.

 At the treatment plant, odor control is very important. Wastewater contains a lot of dirty

substances that cause a foul smell over time. To ensure that the surrounding areas are free of

the foul smell, odor treatment processes are initiated at the treatment plant. All odor sources are

contained and treated using chemicals to neutralize the foul smell producing elements. It is the

first wastewater treatment plant process and it’s very important.

This is the next step in wastewater treatment process. Screening involves the removal of

large objects for example nappies, cotton buds, plastics, diapers, rags, sanitary items, nappies,

face wipes, broken bottles or bottle tops that in one way or another may damage the equipment.

Failure to observe this step, results in constant machine and equipment problems. Specially

designed equipment is used to get rid of grit that is usually washed down into the sewer lines by

rainwater. The solid wastes removed from the wastewater are then transported and disposed in

landfills.

6.6.2 PRIMARY TREATMENT

This process involves the separation of macrobiotic solid matter from the wastewater.

Primary treatment is done by pouring the wastewater into big tanks for the solid matter to settle

at the surface of the tanks. The sludge, the solid waste that settles at the surface of the tanks, is

removed by large scrappers and is pushed to the center of the cylindrical tanks and later pumped

out of the tanks for further treatment. The remaining water is then directed for secondary

treatment.
 The second settlement tank is composed of four chambers in order for the tiny solid

particles to settle before wastewater flows to the secondary treatment, which is the reed bed. The

first chamber has a capacity of 54 cubic meters while the remaining three have a capacity of 27

cubic meters. This settlement tank will also serve as a holding tank for a maximum of 7 days of

wastewater, based on the daily wastewater discharge of the resort.

6.6.2 PRETREATMENT & PRIMARY TREATMENT MATERIAL SELECTION

For all the pipes, PVC Pipe will be used; 900 elbow which are listen in the figure

above and 200mm tee for the main pipe inlet and outlet which is connected to a 500mm vertical

PVC pipe to create elongate the lower side of the connection.

6.6.3 SECONDARY TREATMENT

In this study, vertical flow systems are more efficient than horizontal flow reed-beds and

can handle stronger strength effluent. They can reduce ammonia as well as BOD and SS levels. It

is usual for there to be two reed-beds installed, one after the other down the slope of the

site. Vertical flow ones can be used to treat septic tank effluent.

The treatment system used here is a vertical helophyte filter system. It utilizes a reed bed

of common reed (Phragmites Australis). The reed bed is about 1 meter deep and takes up 160
cubic meters of earth volume. It has four layers; from bottom to top: 30-60mm round, washed

gravel, 12 mm round, washed gravel, 6mm washed pea gravel, and sand. The 4 layers help

breakdown and filter the harmful microorganisms in the wastewater. The Common Reeds

(Phragmites Australis) transfer oxygen directly from their root systems and through their stems

and planted at least 12in apart. The root systems are met by a multitude of micro-organisms with

areas of varying oxygen levels. As a result, the wastewater stored in reed beds is treated and

recycled. The reed bed filters the water just as the conventional biological filter bed systems of

sewage treatment plants.

6.6.4 SECONDARY MATERIAL SELECTION

Based on the stress diagram below, the failure envelopes of HDPE (High Density

Polyethylene) and PVC (Poly Vinyl Chloride) liner is being compared and the peak maximum

shear stress of HDPE is higher than the PVC. Thus, for the liner of the reed bed a HDPE liner will

be used.
 6.6.3 MANHOLE MATERIAL AND CONSTRUCTION

The manhole and manhole cover for each settlement tank will be 150mm diameter

precast concrete which is the minimum for a manhole in a septic tank based on Plumbing Code

of the Philippines which will be installed in the center of the tank. The manhole will be installed

with a 1.0m stairs below the tanks.

6.7 PROJECT DEVELOPMENT

6.7.1 BASIC PARAMETERS OF A REED BED

The Reed bed should be planned to have a sewer water dwelling time of five to seven

days should be at least 500mm in depth and the ratio of dimensions of a reed bed should be 3:1.

The reed bed holds 6mm, 12mm and 30-60mm washed gravel as a means for the main

body of the reed bed and it contains a top stratum of sand for implanting the reeds. Blockage

owing to solids in the influent can be reduced by setting up a sewer water strain on the passage

of the grey water/septic tank.

Wastewater gets into the reed bed thru the inlet pipe located at a height beyond the outlet

pipe and disseminates the effluent as consistently as feasible into the gravel. The reed bed utilize
punched T-junctions prepared from 100mm PVC sewer grade pipe for the main pipes and for the

distribution 75mm perforated PVC pipes. It is significant to avoid spouting of waste matter and

the escape of smells. Hence, the inlet pipe should be wrapped up adequately. Big 50/100mm-

width rocks can be laid around the inlet and outlet pipes to let the waste matter diffuse effortlessly

and rapidly, to reduce blockage and make inspection for root integrity easier. (Some pipe fitters

apply railway ballast for this purpose.)

6.7.2 LAND PREPARATION

A variety of different building techniques can be used in the building of reed beds. Most of

them are trouble-free and low-cost methods. Nonetheless quality and strength are dominant, and

a refined design must be used. A cascading structure is well fitted to a moderate slope and would

fend off digging of unnecessary quantities of soil in the groundwork for the building course.

Concrete floors must then be streamed at a precise altitude variation of 0.4m, to avert problems

in building the walls. The complete horizontal alteration desirable to keep the water uniformly

within the reed beds can be attained utilizing a spirit level. Masonry must be accurate, and the

cement should be permitted to dry completely as this step-ups constancy against high force on

the walls formed by the weighty load inside. Inlet and outlet pipes for both reed beds must be

installed at accurate heights. The slope can be leveled out utilizing shelves cut to the right size

and set on the side of each wall. Waterproof membranes can be utilized to surface the inside of

each bed. Cheap substitutes like plaster or tar can also be used.

6.7.3 ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN

The diagram presents the three treatment stages of the wastewater treatment facility:

pretreatment where wastewater collection, grit chamber, and odor control occurs; primary

treatment which separates sludge from the wastewater and; secondary treatment, also known as

the vertical helophyte filter system, composed of 180 square meters of reed bed.
 The cement-aggregate ratios will also vary, 1:2:4, 1:2:3, and 1:2:2 for the floor, walls, and

septic tank cover or lid, respectively.

6.8 GUIDELINES FOR INFESTATION

This will briefly discuss on how to handle infestation especially in the summer wherein flies

and mosquitoes are rampant around the reedbed.

1. Do not use pesticides or insecticides since it will cause the presence of chemicals in

the wastewater present in the reedbed rather use mosquito repellant such as Off! Deepwoods

VIII. Spray only in the sides of the reedbed not on the surface.

2. The personnel must always wear PPE, in order to secure non-contact from the

infestation in the reed bed.

6.9 GUIDELINES FOR FLOOD

Since rainwater is calculated together with the wastewater, when excessive rain will occur

the water level in the reed bed must be checked.

1. If the water level is less than or equal to 500mm, the water distribution around the reed

bed will continue as it is.

2. If the water level is beyond 500mm, let it filtrate for about 15-30 minutes by stopping

the water distribution using the valve in the reed bed until it goes back. When it does, the valve

switched back on.

6.10 CALCULATION FOR THE TREATED WASTEWATER

 The treatment of the wastewater lasts for about 13 days, since for the pretreatment the

residence times is three days, another three days for the primary treatment and for the vertical

reed bed filter system about five to seven days of residence time.

𝑉𝑜𝑙𝑢𝑚𝑒
𝑄𝑇𝑟𝑒𝑎𝑡𝑒𝑑 =
𝑇𝑖𝑚𝑒

𝑉 28760 𝐿
𝑇
= 13 𝑑𝑎𝑦𝑠

𝑄𝑇𝑟𝑒𝑎𝑡𝑒𝑑 = 2212 𝐿/𝑑𝑎𝑦

CHAPTER VII

MANAAGEMENT ASPECT

Eden Nature Park is owned and managed by Ayala Family, concerning engineering

operations and maintenance is their Engineering Department in which recently hired a Pollution

Control Officer.

5.1 Basic Consideration in Forming the Organization

In forming this organization, the operations and maintenance must be handled carefully

so that wastewater treatment facility will be efficiently utilized. Thus, the Pollution Control Officer

must be knowledgeable to that matter to delegate the tasks cautiously.

5.2 Organizational Chart of the Wastewater Treatment Facility

 The organizational chart below shows the manpower needed in order to smoothly track

the organization with their operations, monitoring and maintenance.

Pollution Control Officer

Operations Monitoring Maintenance

5.2.1 Officers and Key Personnel of the Wastewater Treatment Facility

A. Pollution Control Officer

Manages the entire wastewater treatment facility wherein concerns must be

addressed. Implement the rules and regulations imposed by the Nature Park and Building Code

of the Philippines.

B. Operations Personnel

Operational control of the site which requires day-to-day operational decisions

concerning water flow within, ensuring the performance of the treatment facility in timely manner.

C. Monitoring Personnel

Monitor the performance of the treatment facility ensuring the height of the scum

and sludge in the septic tank is within its parameters.

D. Maintenance Personnel

Maintain the wastewater treatment facility guided by the guidelines thus securing

the facility’s performance. Also, organize corrective maintenance of the facility to ensure
continued operations. He must wear personnel protective equipment in order to ensure his/her

well-being.

5.3 Labor Requirements

For Operations, Monitoring and Maintenance Personnel, a Filipino citizen, at least a high

school graduate with basic skill of gardening and has pleasing personality.

5.4 Guidelines for Maintaining the Reed Bed

This will explain on how to maintain the reed bed in order to optimize its capabilities in

treating wastewater.

a. Based on studies, the reed bed has a maximum of seven to ten years life span,

thus the entire filter system must be refurbished every seven years.

b. The effluent of the treatment facility must undergo lab analysis after one, three,

five and seven years of operations in order in ensure its efficiency, if the effluent is

not within the parameters set by the guidelines the reed bed must be refurbished.

c. The problem usually occurs in the inlet due to clogging; thus, it must be cleaned

twice a day preferably morning and evening by the maintenance personnel. The

solids must not pass through the reed bed and shall be disposed properly.

d. Dead planted reeds must be harvested and replanted to optimize the treatment

process.

e. Continue the usage of Anotec for the odor control within the establishments.

5.5 Guidelines for Maintaining the Septic Tank

This will explain on how to maintain the septic tank in order to optimize the wastewater

treatment process.

a. The septic tank must be emptied on a regular basis preferably once a year.
b. The height of the floating scum layer must be less than three inches from the

bottom of the outlet baffle or tee.

c. The bottom layer of sludge is less than eighteen inches, if not the septic tank must

be pumped.
 CHAPTER VIII

SOCIO-ECONOMIC ASPECT

This chapter discusses the socio-economic aspect of the proposed wastewater treatment

facility wherein the social and economic contributions will be identified. The project does not

require numerous employees rather social security of the tourists of the Eden Nature Park which

are increasing through time that they will experience a preserved and environmental-friendly park.

It might take some time for the Nature Park to experience the economic benefits from the

wastewater treatment facility, but the resources will be preserved within the community especially

the Eden Nature Park which is under Mount Apo Preservation Area. These benefits will comprise

all issues and concerns within the social and economic aspect.
 CHAPTER X

RESULTS, CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATIONS

This chapter will discuss the results, conclusion and recommendation for the Proposed

Wastewater Treatment Facility in Eden Nature Park and Resort.

10.1 Summary of Results of Feasibility Study

10.1.1 Environmental Aspect

a. There are numerous parameters from the untreated wastewater that puts

threat on the environment such as BOD, Fecal Coliform, Ammoniacal

Nitrogen and Oil ang Grease.

b. The wastewater from the Eden Nature Park and Resort must be treated.

10.1.2 Technical Aspect

10.1.3 Market Aspect

10.1.4 Financial Aspect

10.1.5 Management Aspect

An operations, monitoring and maintenance personnel must be hired in

order to maintain the wastewater treatment facility.

10.1.6 Socio-Economic Aspect

The project does not allocate job opportunity nor economic benefits, but it will

surely preserve the Mt. Apo Reservation Area from the untreated wastewater

and its numerous threating effects in the environment.

10.2 Conclusions

The Wastewater Treatment Facility in Eden Nature Park and Resort is a proposed facility

wherein the domestic wastewater produced by the establishment will be treated in order to

discharge an environmentally-friendly water. By which settlement tanks are used for the

pretreatment and primary treatment and a vertical reed bed filter system will be used as the

secondary treatment.

The present feasibility study of Proposed Wastewater Treatment Facility aims to answer

these questions:

(1) Technicality

a. Where will be the wastewater treatment facility be best located?

b. What is the design of the wastewater treatment facility?
c. How much water can the wastewater treatment facility treated?

(2) Financial

a. How much would it cost to build the wastewater treatment facility and how much should
be allotted for the maintenance cost.

The specified aspects have been analyzed by the data gathered in this feasibility. The location

has been identified by the Eden Nature Park and Resort Management wherein it is located far

from the amenities and near a creek where the treated wastewater can be discharged easily.

10.3 Recommendations-Project Implementation