Overview
MERVILLE FRANCEVILLE wastewater treatment plant serves Merville-Franceville-Plage in Normandy, France. The facility treats wastewater from approximately 6,680 residents and is located near the coast.
The MERVILLE FRANCEVILLE wastewater treatment plant is located in Merville-Franceville-Plage, a coastal commune in the Calvados department of Normandy, France. The plant serves a population of approximately 6,680 people, placing it in the small to medium agglomeration category under French and EU regulations. As a French wastewater facility, the plant operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which requires secondary treatment for agglomerations of this size discharging into coastal waters. The plant's treated effluent is discharged into the local watershed, which ultimately drains into the English Channel. The coastal environment supports diverse marine life and is an important area for migratory birds and aquatic species. Proper treatment is essential to protect water quality and the ecological health of the nearby coastal zone.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the local watershed that flows into the English Channel near the Baie de Seine. This coastal area supports diverse marine ecosystems, including fish nurseries and migratory bird habitats. The proximity to the coast means that treated effluent must meet stringent standards to prevent nutrient enrichment and protect bathing water quality along the popular Normandy beaches.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Merville-Franceville-Plage, in the Calvados department of Normandy, France, near the coast of the English Channel.
The plant serves approximately 6,680 residents of Merville-Franceville-Plage and surrounding areas.
The plant discharges treated effluent into the local watershed, which flows into the English Channel near the Baie de Seine.
As a French facility, the plant operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which mandates secondary treatment for agglomerations of this size discharging to coastal waters.
Under the EU UWWTD, plants serving between 2,000 and 10,000 population equivalent in coastal areas typically require secondary treatment to protect sensitive marine environments.
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