Overview
Saint Saturnin La Milesse Aigné wastewater treatment plant serves Saint-Saturnin, France, treating wastewater for approximately 6,000 residents in the Pays de la Loire region.
The Saint Saturnin La Milesse Aigné wastewater treatment plant is located in Saint-Saturnin, a commune in the Sarthe department of Pays de la Loire, France. It serves a population of around 6,000 people, placing it in the small to medium agglomeration category under French regulations. The plant is situated in an inland area, away from the coast, and its operations are part of the municipal infrastructure managed by local authorities. As a French wastewater treatment facility, the plant operates under the European Union's Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which sets standards for collection and treatment. It is expected to meet the needs of the local population. The treated effluent from the plant is discharged into the local watershed, which ultimately drains into the Sarthe River, a tributary of the Loire River. The Loire River is one of France's major waterways, flowing into the Atlantic Ocean. The plant plays a role in protecting the water quality of the Sarthe and Loire rivers, supporting aquatic ecosystems and downstream water uses.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Sarthe River basin, which flows into the Loire River, one of the longest rivers in France. The Loire River empties into the Atlantic Ocean, supporting diverse aquatic life and important migratory fish species. The watershed includes agricultural and urban areas, making effective wastewater treatment crucial for maintaining water quality and ecological balance in the region.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Saint-Saturnin, a commune in the Sarthe department of the Pays de la Loire region in France. Its address is Rue de Collières, Zone d'activité commerciale des Portes de l'Océane, Saint-Saturnin.
The plant serves approximately 6,000 residents, classifying it as a small to medium agglomeration under French and EU wastewater regulations.
The treated effluent is discharged into the local watershed, which drains into the Sarthe River, a tributary of the Loire River. The Loire ultimately flows into the Atlantic Ocean.
As a French wastewater treatment facility, the plant operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which mandates secondary treatment for agglomerations of this size to protect water quality.
For agglomerations with a population equivalent between 2,000 and 10,000, the EU directive requires secondary treatment, which typically involves biological processes to reduce organic matter and suspended solids.
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