MAXEVILLE Wastewater Treatment Plant, Malzéville, Grand Est, France

The MAXEVILLE wastewater treatment plant is located in Malzéville, near Nancy, in the Grand Est region of France. It serves a population equivalent of 340,000, classifying it as a large agglomeration under EU regulations. The plant is situated inland, away from coastal areas, and discharges into the local river system. As a large agglomeration, the plant is expected to provide at least secondary treatment under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC). In sensitive areas, tertiary treatment may be required to reduce nutrient loads. The plant's operational details, including specific treatment processes and capacity, are part of the municipal infrastructure managed by the local authority. The treated effluent from the plant likely discharges into the Meurthe River, which flows into the Moselle and eventually the Rhine, contributing to the Rhine basin. This river system supports diverse aquatic life and is an important water resource for the region. The plant plays a key role in protecting water quality in this ecologically significant watershed.

The plant discharges into the Meurthe River, a tributary of the Moselle, which flows into the Rhine River. The Rhine basin is a major European waterway supporting diverse ecosystems and providing drinking water for millions. The plant's treatment helps reduce nutrient and pollutant loads, protecting downstream habitats and maintaining water quality for recreational and ecological uses.