Study about the preservation state of the springs of Sapato river, Lauro de Freitas-BA

Abstract

There are very few urban centers that still have intacts or well conserved hydrics sources. The objective of this study was to evaluate the current state of preservation of the springs and the current measures of preservation to environmental damage of Sapato river (Lauro de Freitas – BA), located at Metropolitan Region of Salvador (RMS). The investigation was developed by collecting information in the pertinent environmental organs, in the cities of Salvador and Lauro de Freitas. There is few information about the Sapato river, the only relevant data, is that there are no sanitary sewer in Lauro de Freitas. The zoning of the river showed a high rate of earth covering and deviation of the course and springs of the river. But also showed richness of fauna and flora. It was concluded that the springs are preserved in Praia do Flamengo, however highly deteriorated in Praia de Ipitanga, and that is necessary the implementation of a recovery and preservation program from the public administration.