Overview
ALBERT wastewater treatment plant serves the commune of Albert in Hauts-de-France, France. It treats wastewater for approximately 12,825 people under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive.
The ALBERT wastewater treatment plant is located in Albert, a commune in the Somme department of Hauts-de-France, France. It serves a population of around 12,825, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration under EU regulations. The plant is situated at 172 Rue de la Libération and operates within the regional wastewater infrastructure managed by local authorities. As a French treatment facility, ALBERT operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which mandates secondary treatment for agglomerations of this size. The directive also requires appropriate collection systems and treatment to protect receiving water bodies. Compliance with national regulations ensures the plant meets required standards for effluent quality. The plant discharges treated wastewater into the local watershed, which ultimately drains into the Somme River and then the English Channel. The Somme River basin supports diverse aquatic life and is an important ecological corridor in the region. Proper treatment helps protect downstream water quality and the sensitive coastal environment of the Channel.
Environmental context
The ALBERT plant discharges into the Somme River basin, which flows through the Picardy region before reaching the English Channel. The Somme River supports a variety of fish species and provides habitat for migratory birds along its estuary. The downstream environment includes the Baie de Somme, an ecologically sensitive area known for its rich biodiversity and important bird populations. Effective wastewater treatment is crucial to maintain water quality in this coastal ecosystem.
Frequently asked questions
The ALBERT plant is located at 172 Rue de la Libération, Albert, in the Somme department of Hauts-de-France, France.
The plant serves approximately 12,825 people, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration under EU regulations.
The plant discharges treated wastewater into the local watershed, which flows into the Somme River and eventually reaches the English Channel.
The plant operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which requires secondary treatment for agglomerations of this size to protect receiving water bodies.
Under the EU directive, plants serving 10,000 to 150,000 people typically require secondary treatment, which includes biological processes to reduce organic matter and nutrients.
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