Overview
Fort de France Dillon 1 is a municipal wastewater treatment plant in Fort-de-France, Martinique, serving approximately 24,642 people. It operates under French regulations as part of the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive.
Fort de France Dillon 1 is a municipal wastewater treatment plant located in Fort-de-France, the capital city of Martinique, an overseas region of France. The plant serves a population of approximately 24,642, placing it in the medium agglomeration category under EU classification. As a French facility, the plant operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive 91/271/EEC, which requires secondary treatment for agglomerations of this size discharging into coastal waters. The plant is situated within 50 kilometers of the coast, with treated effluent likely discharging into the Caribbean Sea via local waterways. Martinique's tropical climate and coastal ecosystems, including coral reefs and mangroves, make proper wastewater treatment critical for protecting marine biodiversity and public health.
Environmental context
The plant is located in Fort-de-France, on the island of Martinique in the Caribbean Sea. Treated wastewater likely discharges into the Baie de Fort-de-France, a coastal bay that supports diverse marine life including coral reefs and seagrass beds. The bay is an important ecological and economic resource for the region, providing habitat for fish and other aquatic species. Proper treatment is essential to prevent nutrient pollution and protect downstream marine ecosystems.
Frequently asked questions
Fort de France Dillon 1 is located in Fort-de-France, the capital city of Martinique, an overseas region of France. The address is N 9, Fort-de-France, Martinique, 97200, France.
The plant serves approximately 24,642 people, classifying it as a medium agglomeration under EU wastewater treatment regulations.
The plant is located within 50 kilometers of the coast, and treated effluent is likely discharged into the Caribbean Sea via local waterways, such as the Baie de Fort-de-France.
As a French facility, the plant operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive 91/271/EEC, which mandates secondary treatment for agglomerations over 10,000 people discharging into coastal waters.
Under EU regulations, plants serving 10,000 to 150,000 people in coastal areas typically require secondary treatment to reduce organic matter and nutrients, protecting sensitive marine ecosystems.
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