Overview
Morigny Champigny wastewater treatment plant serves Morigny-Champigny, France, treating wastewater for approximately 64,438 people. The plant operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive, which mandates secondary treatment for agglomer
The Morigny Champigny wastewater treatment plant is located in Morigny-Champigny, a commune in the Essonne department of the Île-de-France region, France. It serves a population of approximately 64,438 people, classifying it as a medium-to-large agglomeration under 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. The plant's treatment processes are designed to meet national standards set by the French Ministry of Ecology, with oversight from local water agencies. The treated effluent is discharged into the local watershed, which ultimately drains into the Seine River basin. The Seine flows through Paris and into the English Channel, supporting diverse aquatic life and serving as a vital water resource for the region. The plant plays a key role in protecting downstream water quality in the Seine estuary and coastal areas.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Seine River basin, which flows through the Île-de-France region and eventually reaches the English Channel. The Seine supports a variety of fish species and is an important migratory corridor for eels and salmon. Downstream, the Seine estuary is a ecologically sensitive area that provides habitat for numerous bird species and marine life. The plant's operations help reduce nutrient and pollutant loads entering this critical waterway.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located at Allée des Petits Près, Morigny-Champigny, in the Essonne department of the Île-de-France region, France.
The plant serves approximately 64,438 people, classifying it as a medium-to-large agglomeration under EU wastewater regulations.
The treated effluent is discharged into the local watershed, which drains into the Seine River basin and ultimately reaches the English Channel.
The plant operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which requires secondary treatment for agglomerations of this scale, and is overseen by French national authorities.
Under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive, plants serving between 10,000 and 150,000 people typically require secondary treatment, with tertiary treatment in sensitive areas. French plants often include biological treatment and nutrient removal to meet water quality standards.
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