Overview
PINET POMEROLS wastewater treatment plant in Pomérols, Occitanie, France, serves 4,200 people with secondary treatment. It discharges 749.27 m³/day and is located within 10 km of the Mediterranean coast.
The PINET POMEROLS wastewater treatment plant is located in Pomérols, a commune in the Hérault department of Occitanie, southern France. It serves a population of 4,200 and operates with secondary treatment, which is the standard required under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC) for agglomerations of this size. The plant has a designed capacity of 7,000 m³/day and currently discharges an average volume of 749.27 m³/day. As a coastal facility within 10 km of the Mediterranean Sea, the plant's discharge is subject to stringent regulations to protect marine water quality. Under the EU UWWTD, discharges to coastal waters may require additional treatment if the receiving area is sensitive. The plant's secondary treatment level meets the minimum directive requirements for standard discharges. The treated effluent from PINET POMEROLS ultimately reaches the Mediterranean Sea, likely via local watercourses or direct marine outfall. The coastal waters of the Gulf of Lion support diverse marine life, including seagrass meadows and fish nurseries. Proper wastewater treatment is critical to prevent eutrophication and maintain the ecological health of this important coastal zone.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Mediterranean Sea, specifically the Gulf of Lion, which is a productive marine area supporting fisheries and biodiversity. The coastal waters near Pomérols are part of a sensitive ecosystem that includes seagrass beds and migratory fish routes. Effective secondary treatment helps reduce nutrient and pollutant loads, protecting water quality and marine habitats from eutrophication and contamination.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Pomérols, a commune in the Hérault department of Occitanie, southern France, near the Mediterranean coast.
The plant serves a population of 4,200 people.
The plant discharges treated effluent into the Mediterranean Sea, likely via a marine outfall or local watercourses, given its proximity to the coast.
As a French plant, it operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which requires secondary treatment for agglomerations of 2,000-10,000 population equivalent like this one.
For agglomerations of this size, the EU UWWTD mandates secondary treatment. Many plants also incorporate nutrient removal if discharging to sensitive areas, though this plant's coastal location may influence requirements.
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