Overview
SAINTE SUZANNE TROIS FRERES wastewater treatment plant serves Sainte-Suzanne, La Réunion, France. It treats wastewater for approximately 13,146 people under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive.
The SAINTE SUZANNE TROIS FRERES wastewater treatment plant is located in Sainte-Suzanne, on the island of La Réunion, an overseas department of France. The plant serves a population of approximately 13,146 people, classifying it as a medium agglomeration under EU regulations. As a French overseas territory, 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. The directive also mandates appropriate treatment to protect sensitive areas, which may apply given the island's unique ecosystems. The treated effluent is discharged into the Indian Ocean via local streams or coastal outfalls. La Réunion's watersheds are short and steep, draining rapidly from the mountainous interior to the coast. The plant's operation is critical for protecting the island's coral reefs and marine biodiversity from nutrient pollution.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Indian Ocean near Sainte-Suzanne, on the northeastern coast of La Réunion. The island's rivers flow from the central volcanic peaks to the sea, creating diverse freshwater and marine habitats. The coastal waters support coral reefs and seagrass beds that are sensitive to nutrient enrichment. Proper treatment helps maintain water quality for marine life and recreational use.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Sainte-Suzanne, on the island of La Réunion, an overseas department of France in the Indian Ocean.
The plant serves approximately 13,146 people, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration under EU regulations.
Treated wastewater is discharged into the Indian Ocean, likely via local streams or a coastal outfall, after undergoing treatment required by EU directives.
As a French plant, it operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which mandates secondary treatment for agglomerations over 10,000 people discharging to coastal waters.
Under the EU UWWTD, plants serving 10,000-150,000 people require secondary treatment (biological treatment) as a minimum, with tertiary treatment if discharging to sensitive areas.
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