Overview
SAULIEU wastewater treatment plant in Saulieu, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, France, serves 3,134 people with advanced treatment and a designed capacity of 4,000 m³/day.
The SAULIEU wastewater treatment plant is located in Saulieu, a commune in the Côte-d'Or department of Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, France. It serves a population of approximately 3,134 residents and is designed with a capacity of 4,000 cubic meters per day, with an average discharge volume of 559.1 m³/day. The plant employs advanced treatment processes, which go beyond the secondary treatment required by the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC) for agglomerations of this size. This level of treatment typically includes nutrient removal to protect sensitive receiving waters. The treated effluent is discharged into local watercourses that eventually drain into the Seine River basin, contributing to the overall water quality management of the region. The plant plays a key role in protecting downstream ecosystems and supporting the ecological health of the surrounding area.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into local streams that are part of the Seine River basin, which flows through northern France and into the English Channel. The watershed supports diverse aquatic life and is important for regional water resources. Advanced treatment helps minimize nutrient loading and protects downstream habitats from eutrophication.
Frequently asked questions
The SAULIEU plant is located in Saulieu, a commune in the Côte-d'Or department of the Bourgogne-Franche-Comté region in eastern France.
The plant serves a population of approximately 3,134 people.
The plant uses advanced treatment processes, which include nutrient removal to reduce nitrogen and phosphorus levels before discharge.
The plant discharges into local watercourses that are part of the Seine River basin, helping to protect downstream water quality and aquatic ecosystems.
Under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), plants serving agglomerations of this size require secondary treatment. SAULIEU exceeds this with advanced treatment, which is typical for sensitive areas.
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