Overview
MEAUX wastewater treatment plant serves Villenoy and Meaux, France, with a population equivalent of 122,783. It operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive, which mandates secondary treatment for agglomerations of this scale.
The MEAUX wastewater treatment plant is located in Villenoy, near Meaux, in the Seine-et-Marne department of northern France. Serving a population equivalent of 122,783, it is classified as a large agglomeration under EU regulations. The plant is part of the municipal wastewater infrastructure for the Meaux urban area. As a facility serving over 100,000 people, the plant is subject to the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which requires secondary biological treatment as a minimum, and tertiary treatment if the receiving waters are sensitive. The regulatory framework ensures appropriate treatment standards. The plant discharges treated wastewater into the local water system, which ultimately drains into the Seine River basin. The Seine flows through Paris and into the English Channel, supporting diverse aquatic life and providing water for agriculture and industry. The plant plays a key role in protecting the Seine's water quality.
Environmental context
The MEAUX plant discharges into the Marne River, a major tributary of the Seine. The Seine River basin is ecologically significant, supporting fish species such as pike and perch, and providing habitat for migratory birds. Downstream, the Seine flows into the English Channel, a nutrient-sensitive marine area. The plant's treatment helps reduce nutrient loads and protect downstream ecosystems.
Frequently asked questions
The MEAUX plant is located in Villenoy, near Meaux, in the Seine-et-Marne department of northern France.
The plant serves a population equivalent of 122,783, classifying it as a large agglomeration under EU regulations.
The plant discharges treated wastewater into the local water system, which flows into the Marne River and ultimately the Seine River basin.
As a French plant serving over 100,000 people, it operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which mandates secondary treatment and potentially tertiary treatment for sensitive areas.
Under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive, plants serving over 100,000 people are required to have at least secondary biological treatment. In sensitive areas, tertiary treatment for nutrient removal is also required.
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