Overview
FLOTTE LA CLOS MARTIN wastewater treatment plant serves Saint-Martin-de-Ré, France, with a designed capacity of 1.00. It operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive.
The FLOTTE LA CLOS MARTIN wastewater treatment plant is located in Saint-Martin-de-Ré, on the Île de Ré in Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France. It serves a population of approximately 20,374 people, making it a medium-sized agglomeration under EU classification. The plant is situated near the port of Saint-Martin-de-Ré, an area with significant seasonal tourism. 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's coastal location implies stringent discharge standards to protect marine environments. The treated effluent is discharged into the Atlantic Ocean via the Pertuis d'Antioche, a strait between Île de Ré and the mainland. This area supports diverse marine life, including fish nurseries and migratory bird populations. The plant plays a key role in preserving water quality in the region, which is important for both ecological health and tourism.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Pertuis d'Antioche, a coastal strait connecting to the Bay of Biscay and the Atlantic Ocean. This marine environment supports diverse aquatic life, including fish nurseries and migratory birds. The Île de Ré is a popular tourist destination, making water quality crucial for both ecology and local economy.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located at Port de Saint-Martin-de-Ré, Avenue Victor Bouthillier, Saint-Martin-de-Ré, on the Île de Ré in Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France.
The plant serves approximately 20,374 people, a population that can increase significantly during tourist seasons due to the island's popularity.
The treated effluent is discharged into the Pertuis d'Antioche, a coastal strait that connects to the Bay of Biscay and the Atlantic Ocean.
As a French facility, it 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.
For agglomerations of this size in coastal areas, French regulations typically require secondary treatment (biological treatment) to reduce organic matter and nutrients before discharge.
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