Overview
MAURIAC BOURG OUEST is an advanced wastewater treatment plant in Mauriac, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France. It serves approximately 4,033 people with a designed capacity of 5,000 m³/day.
MAURIAC BOURG OUEST is an advanced wastewater treatment plant located in Mauriac, in the Cantal department of Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France. The plant serves a population of about 4,033, placing it in the small-to-medium agglomeration category under French regulations. The plant employs advanced treatment processes, which go beyond the secondary treatment required by the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC) for agglomerations of this size. With a designed capacity of 5,000 m³/day and a current discharge volume of 719.48 m³/day, the facility operates well within its capacity. The treated effluent is discharged into the local watershed, which ultimately drains into the Dordogne River basin. This region is known for its sensitive aquatic ecosystems, and the advanced treatment helps protect water quality in the downstream environment.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the local watershed within the Dordogne River basin, which flows westward to the Atlantic Ocean. The receiving waters support diverse aquatic life and are part of a region with significant ecological value. Advanced treatment ensures minimal impact on the downstream environment, including sensitive habitats and migratory fish populations.
Frequently asked questions
MAURIAC BOURG OUEST is located in Mauriac, in the Cantal department of Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France.
The plant serves approximately 4,033 people, classifying it as a small-to-medium agglomeration under French regulations.
The treated effluent is discharged into the local watershed, which is part of the Dordogne River basin, ultimately flowing to the Atlantic Ocean.
Under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), agglomerations of this size require at least secondary treatment. MAURIAC BOURG OUEST provides advanced treatment, exceeding the directive's minimum requirements.
In France, plants serving around 4,000 people typically provide secondary treatment as a minimum. Advanced treatment, as used at MAURIAC BOURG OUEST, is often implemented in sensitive areas to further protect water quality.
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