Overview
Schweighouse wastewater treatment plant serves the Haguenau area in Grand Est, France. It treats wastewater for approximately 11,800 people under EU regulations.
The Schweighouse wastewater treatment plant is located in Haguenau, within the Grand Est region of France. It serves a population of around 11,800 people, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration under EU standards. The plant is situated inland, away from coastal areas, and its operations are part of the regional water management infrastructure. As a French facility, the plant operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which requires secondary treatment for agglomerations of this size. The directive also mandates more stringent treatment if the discharge enters sensitive areas. The plant is expected to comply with these standards to protect local water quality. The treated effluent likely discharges into a local watercourse that flows into the Rhine River basin, eventually reaching the North Sea. The plant plays a key role in safeguarding the region's water resources and supporting the ecological health of downstream environments.
Environmental context
The plant's discharge contributes to the local watershed, which is part of the Rhine River basin. The Rhine flows through several countries before emptying into the North Sea, supporting diverse aquatic life and providing water for millions. The Grand Est region includes sensitive ecosystems such as wetlands and floodplains that rely on good water quality. Proper treatment helps prevent nutrient pollution and protects these habitats.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Haguenau, in the Grand Est region of France, along the D 1063 road.
The plant serves approximately 11,800 people, making it a medium-sized agglomeration under EU classification.
The treated effluent is likely discharged into a local watercourse that flows into the Rhine River basin, eventually reaching the North Sea.
As a French facility, it operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which mandates secondary treatment for agglomerations of this size.
Under the EU UWWTD, plants serving between 10,000 and 100,000 people typically require secondary treatment, with possible additional nutrient removal if discharging into sensitive areas.
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