Overview
SAINT PAUL wastewater treatment plant serves Saint-Paul, Hauts-de-France, France, with advanced treatment for a population of 2,048. It has a designed capacity of 2,300 m³/day and discharges 365.36 m³/day.
The SAINT PAUL wastewater treatment plant is located in Saint-Paul, a commune in the Oise department of Hauts-de-France, France. It serves a population of 2,048 and operates with advanced treatment, reflecting the high standards of French wastewater management for smaller agglomerations. The plant has a designed capacity of 2,300 m³/day and currently discharges 365.36 m³/day of treated wastewater. As an advanced treatment facility, it likely incorporates nutrient removal processes, which are typical for plants in sensitive areas under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC). The treated effluent is discharged into the local watershed, which ultimately drains into the Seine River basin and then the English Channel. The plant plays a key role in protecting the region's water quality, supporting aquatic life and downstream ecosystems.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the local water system within the Seine River basin, which flows through northern France before reaching the English Channel. This watershed supports diverse aquatic habitats and is important for migratory fish species. The advanced treatment helps minimize nutrient loading and protects downstream water quality in the Seine estuary and coastal zone.
Frequently asked questions
The SAINT PAUL plant is located at 9, Route de Gournay, Saint-Paul, in the Oise department of Hauts-de-France, France.
The plant serves a population of 2,048, classifying it as a small agglomeration under French and EU regulations.
The plant provides advanced treatment, which typically includes biological treatment with nutrient removal, ensuring high-quality effluent before discharge.
The plant operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which requires appropriate treatment for agglomerations based on population and receiving water sensitivity.
The plant has a designed capacity of 2,300 m³ per day, which is well above its current discharge volume of 365.36 m³/day, indicating spare capacity.
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