Overview
BORDEAUX BLANQUEFORT LILLE 2 is a wastewater treatment plant in Blanquefort, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France, serving approximately 55,000 people. It operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive.
BORDEAUX BLANQUEFORT LILLE 2 is a wastewater treatment plant located in Blanquefort, a suburb of Bordeaux in the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region of southwestern France. The plant serves a population of approximately 54,792, placing it in the medium agglomeration category under EU classification. As a French facility, the plant is subject to the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which requires secondary treatment for agglomerations of this size. French plants typically operate under permits issued by the local water agency (Agence de l'Eau). The plant's treated effluent is discharged into the local watershed, which ultimately drains into the Garonne River estuary and the Atlantic Ocean. The Garonne is a major river supporting diverse aquatic life and providing water for agriculture and industry. The plant plays a key role in protecting the water quality of this important ecosystem.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Garonne River basin, which flows through Bordeaux and into the Gironde estuary, one of the largest estuaries in Europe. The estuary supports a rich diversity of fish, birds, and marine life, including migratory species such as salmon and eels. Protecting water quality in this watershed is critical for maintaining the ecological health of the estuary and the Bay of Biscay.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Blanquefort, a commune in the Gironde department of Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France, near the city of Bordeaux.
The plant serves approximately 54,792 people, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration under EU standards.
The treated effluent is discharged into the local watershed, which flows into the Garonne River and eventually the Gironde estuary and Atlantic Ocean.
As a French plant, it operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which mandates secondary treatment for agglomerations of this size. Permits are typically issued by the local water agency.
Under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive, plants serving between 10,000 and 100,000 population equivalent are required to provide secondary treatment, with tertiary treatment in sensitive areas.
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