BEAUGENCY Wastewater Treatment Plant, Tavers, France

The BEAUGENCY wastewater treatment plant is located in Tavers, near Beaugency, in the Centre-Val de Loire region of France. It serves a population of approximately 11,395, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration under EU regulations. The plant is situated along the Promenade de Barchelin, close to the Loire River. As a French facility, the plant operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which requires secondary treatment for agglomerations with a population equivalent (PE) between 2,000 and 15,000. For larger agglomerations, more stringent treatment may be required if the receiving water body is sensitive. The plant's capacity and treatment process are designed to meet these regulatory standards, ensuring compliance with national and EU water quality objectives. The treated effluent is discharged into the Loire River, one of France's major waterways, which flows westward through the Loire Valley and eventually into the Atlantic Ocean. The Loire Valley is a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its ecological and cultural significance, supporting diverse aquatic life and migratory fish species. The plant plays a key role in protecting this sensitive river ecosystem from nutrient pollution and pathogens.

The BEAUGENCY plant discharges into the Loire River, which flows through the Loire Valley and drains into the Bay of Biscay (Atlantic Ocean). The Loire is a dynamic river with seasonal flooding, supporting a rich biodiversity including migratory fish like Atlantic salmon and European eel. The plant's treatment helps maintain water quality in this ecologically sensitive watershed, which is also a major source of drinking water and supports agriculture and tourism.