SAINT JULIEN Wastewater Treatment Plant, Saint-Julien, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté

The SAINT JULIEN wastewater treatment plant is located in Saint-Julien, a commune in the Côte-d'Or department of Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, France. It serves a population of 4,274 and is classified as an advanced treatment facility, reflecting high standards of wastewater purification. The plant's designed capacity is 8,000 m³ per day, with an average discharge volume of 762.47 m³ per day, indicating it operates well below its maximum capacity. As a French wastewater treatment plant, SAINT JULIEN operates under the European Union's Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which mandates secondary treatment for agglomerations of this size. The advanced treatment level suggests the plant likely employs tertiary processes such as nutrient removal or disinfection to meet stringent effluent quality standards. This is typical for plants in sensitive areas or those discharging to ecologically important water bodies. The plant's treated effluent is discharged into local waterways that ultimately drain into the Seine River basin, contributing to the broader hydrological network of northern France. The receiving environment supports diverse aquatic life and is part of a region known for its agricultural and viticultural landscapes. The plant's advanced treatment helps protect downstream water quality and ecosystem health.

The SAINT JULIEN plant discharges into local streams that flow into the Seine River basin, eventually reaching the English Channel. This watershed supports diverse aquatic ecosystems and is important for regional agriculture and biodiversity. The advanced treatment level ensures minimal nutrient and pollutant loading, helping to maintain the ecological balance of the receiving waters.