Overview
BRENOUILLE PONT ST MAXENCE wastewater treatment plant serves approximately 26,050 people in Brenouille, Hauts-de-France, France. It discharges into the Oise River basin, a tributary of the Seine, ultimately reaching the English Channel.
The BRENOUILLE PONT ST MAXENCE wastewater treatment plant is located in the commune of Brenouille, within the Oise department of Hauts-de-France, France. It serves an estimated population of 26,050, placing it in the medium agglomeration category under French and EU regulations. As a French wastewater facility, the plant operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive 91/271/EEC, which requires secondary treatment for agglomerations of this size. The directive also mandates more stringent treatment if the receiving waters are designated as sensitive areas. The regulatory framework ensures compliance with national and European standards. The treated effluent is discharged into the Oise River, a major tributary of the Seine. The Seine River flows through Paris and into the English Channel at the Seine Bay. This waterway supports diverse aquatic life and is an important ecological corridor in northern France. The plant's operations contribute to protecting the water quality of the Oise and Seine rivers, benefiting both local communities and downstream ecosystems.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Oise River, which flows into the Seine River and ultimately reaches the English Channel. The Oise River basin supports a variety of freshwater habitats and is part of a larger network of rivers in the Paris Basin. Downstream, the Seine estuary is an ecologically sensitive area that provides critical habitat for migratory fish and bird species. Maintaining high water quality in the Oise is essential for the health of the entire Seine watershed.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located at Rue du Corroy, Domaine industriel Pont-Brenouille, in the commune of Brenouille, Oise department, Hauts-de-France, France.
The plant serves approximately 26,050 people, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration under EU wastewater treatment directives.
The treated effluent is discharged into the Oise River, a major tributary of the Seine, which flows into the English Channel.
The plant helps protect the water quality of the Oise River and downstream Seine River, supporting aquatic ecosystems and water resources in the region.
Under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive 91/271/EEC, plants serving agglomerations of 10,000-150,000 population equivalent must provide secondary treatment. The BRENOUILLE PONT ST MAXENCE plant, serving 26,050 people, falls into this category and is expected to meet these standards.
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