Overview
ROQUEBRUNE CAP MARTIN wastewater treatment plant serves Roquebrune-Cap-Martin, France, treating wastewater for approximately 24,970 people. Located on the Mediterranean coast, it operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive.
The ROQUEBRUNE CAP MARTIN wastewater treatment plant is located in Roquebrune-Cap-Martin, a commune in the Alpes-Maritimes department of Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France. It serves a population of approximately 24,970 people, placing it in the medium agglomeration category 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 discharging into coastal waters. French regulations mandate that such plants meet strict effluent standards to protect the marine environment. The plant discharges into the Mediterranean Sea, likely via a marine outfall near Cap Martin. The coastal waters of the French Riviera are ecologically sensitive, supporting diverse marine life including seagrass meadows (Posidonia oceanica) and important fish habitats. The plant's operation is critical for maintaining water quality in this popular tourist and residential area.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Mediterranean Sea near Cap Martin, a coastal area on the French Riviera. The receiving waters are part of the Ligurian Sea, which supports diverse marine ecosystems including seagrass meadows and coral formations. The region is a popular tourist destination, making wastewater treatment essential for protecting bathing water quality and marine biodiversity.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located at Pointe du Cap Martin, in Roquebrune-Cap-Martin, Alpes-Maritimes, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France.
The plant serves approximately 24,970 people, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration under EU regulations.
The plant discharges treated wastewater into the Mediterranean Sea, likely via a marine outfall near Cap Martin, as it is located within 50 km of the coast.
As a French plant, it operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which requires secondary treatment for discharges into coastal waters for agglomerations over 10,000 population equivalent.
For medium agglomerations (10,000-150,000 PE) discharging to coastal waters, French regulations typically require secondary treatment with nutrient removal if the area is designated as sensitive.
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