Overview
OXELAERE wastewater treatment plant in Oxelaëre, Hauts-de-France, France, serves a population of 3,235 with advanced treatment. The plant has a designed capacity of 4,000 m³/day and discharges 577 m³/day.
The OXELAERE wastewater treatment plant is located in Oxelaëre, a commune in the Nord department of Hauts-de-France, France. It serves a population of approximately 3,235 residents and operates with advanced treatment processes, ensuring high-quality effluent. The plant has a designed capacity of 4,000 cubic meters per day and currently discharges an average of 577 cubic meters per day, indicating ample reserve capacity. As a French facility, OXELAERE operates under the European Union's Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which mandates advanced treatment for sensitive areas. The plant's advanced treatment level exceeds the secondary treatment standard typically required for agglomerations of this size, reflecting France's commitment to protecting water quality in the region. The treated effluent is discharged into local watercourses that eventually drain into the North Sea via the Yser or Aa river systems. The plant plays a key role in safeguarding the region's water resources, supporting aquatic ecosystems, and maintaining the ecological balance of the downstream environment.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the local watershed, which ultimately drains into the North Sea via the Yser or Aa river basins. This coastal region supports diverse aquatic life and is important for migratory fish species. The advanced treatment helps protect downstream water quality and the sensitive marine environment.
Frequently asked questions
The OXELAERE plant is located at Rue Neuve, Oxelaëre, in the Nord department of Hauts-de-France, France.
The plant serves a population of approximately 3,235 residents in the Oxelaëre area.
OXELAERE provides advanced treatment, which includes nutrient removal and disinfection, exceeding the standard secondary treatment requirements.
As a French plant serving fewer than 10,000 people, OXELAERE is subject to the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which requires appropriate treatment based on the receiving water's sensitivity. Its advanced treatment aligns with France's national implementation for sensitive areas.
The plant has a designed capacity of 4,000 cubic meters per day, with an average discharge of 577 cubic meters per day, indicating significant reserve capacity for future growth.
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