Overview
GOUVIEUX wastewater treatment plant serves the commune of Gouvieux in Hauts-de-France, France. It treats wastewater for approximately 31,412 people, operating under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive.
The GOUVIEUX wastewater treatment plant is located in Gouvieux, a commune in the Oise department of Hauts-de-France, France. Serving a population of around 31,412, this facility is part of the region's municipal wastewater infrastructure. The plant is situated near the Oise River, which flows through the area and ultimately joins the Seine River. As a medium-sized agglomeration, the plant is subject to the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which requires secondary treatment for discharges into freshwater. The directive also mandates more advanced treatment if the receiving waters are designated as sensitive areas. The plant's treatment processes are designed to meet these regulatory standards, ensuring compliance with French and European environmental laws. The treated effluent is discharged into the local water system, contributing to the protection of the Oise River and downstream ecosystems. The Oise River is a major tributary of the Seine, which flows through Paris and into the English Channel. Proper treatment at GOUVIEUX helps maintain water quality in this important river basin, supporting aquatic life and recreational uses.
Environmental context
The GOUVIEUX plant discharges into the Oise River, a tributary of the Seine River, which flows through the Paris region and empties into the English Channel. The Oise River supports diverse aquatic life and is used for recreation and water supply. The plant's operations help protect this watershed from nutrient pollution and pathogens, preserving ecological balance in the Seine basin.
Frequently asked questions
The GOUVIEUX plant is located at Rue du Moulin Lagache, Toutevoie, Gouvieux, in the Oise department of Hauts-de-France, France.
The plant serves approximately 31,412 people in the commune of Gouvieux and surrounding areas.
The treated effluent is discharged into the Oise River, a tributary of the Seine River, which flows into the English Channel.
As a medium-sized agglomeration (over 10,000 population equivalent), the plant is required to provide secondary treatment under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC). If the receiving waters are sensitive, tertiary treatment may be required.
In France, plants of this scale typically employ secondary biological treatment, such as activated sludge or biofiltration, to meet EU standards. Some may include nutrient removal if discharging into sensitive areas.
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