Overview
LUNEVILLE wastewater treatment plant serves Lunéville, Grand Est, France. It treats wastewater for approximately 17,200 residents under EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive standards.
The LUNEVILLE wastewater treatment plant is located in Lunéville, Meurthe-et-Moselle, in the Grand Est region of France. It serves a population of approximately 17,200 people, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration under EU regulations. The plant is situated inland, away from coastal areas, and discharges into the local river system. As a French wastewater facility, the plant operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which mandates secondary treatment for agglomerations of this size. The directive also requires appropriate treatment to protect the receiving water bodies, particularly in sensitive areas. The plant's design and operation align with these regulatory standards to ensure environmental compliance. The treated effluent from the plant is discharged into the Vezouze River, a tributary of the Meurthe River, which flows into the Moselle and ultimately the Rhine River. This waterway supports diverse aquatic life and is part of the larger Rhine basin, an ecologically significant region. The plant plays a crucial role in maintaining water quality in this watershed.
Environmental context
The LUNEVILLE plant discharges into the Vezouze River, which flows into the Meurthe River, then the Moselle, and finally the Rhine River. This watershed supports a variety of fish species and aquatic ecosystems. The Rhine basin is a major European waterway, and the plant's operations help protect downstream water quality and biodiversity.
Frequently asked questions
The LUNEVILLE plant is located at Rue de Rozelieures, Lunéville, Meurthe-et-Moselle, Grand Est, France.
The plant serves approximately 17,200 people in the Lunéville area.
The treated effluent is discharged into the Vezouze River, which flows into the Meurthe River and ultimately the Rhine River.
As a French facility, it operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which requires secondary treatment for agglomerations of this size.
Under the EU directive, plants serving between 10,000 and 150,000 population equivalent typically require secondary treatment, with possible tertiary treatment in sensitive areas.
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