Overview
SISCO wastewater treatment plant serves the commune of Sisco in Haute-Corse, France. It provides secondary treatment for a population of approximately 2,117 and discharges treated effluent near the Mediterranean coast.
SISCO is a municipal wastewater treatment plant located in Mortola, Sisco, on the island of Corsica, France. It serves the local population of about 2,117 residents, operating as part of the region's sanitation infrastructure under French regulations transposing the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC). The plant provides secondary treatment, which is the standard required for agglomerations of this size under the EU directive. It has a designed capacity of 3,500 cubic meters per day, with an average daily discharge volume of approximately 378 cubic meters, indicating ample capacity for current loads. The treated effluent is discharged into the local environment near the Tyrrhenian Sea, within 10 km of the coast. This coastal discharge requires careful management to protect marine water quality and the sensitive ecosystems of the Corsican coastline, which supports diverse aquatic life and tourism.
Environmental context
The plant discharges treated wastewater into the Mediterranean Sea near the coast of Sisco, within the Tyrrhenian Sea basin. This coastal area is ecologically sensitive, supporting seagrass meadows and marine biodiversity. The discharge must comply with stringent EU standards to prevent nutrient enrichment and protect bathing waters, which are vital for local tourism and fisheries.
Frequently asked questions
The SISCO plant is located in Mortola, Sisco, in the Haute-Corse department of Corsica, France.
The plant serves approximately 2,117 residents of the commune of Sisco.
The plant discharges treated effluent into the Mediterranean Sea near the Corsican coast, within 10 km of the shoreline.
The plant provides secondary treatment, meeting the standard required by the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive for agglomerations of this size.
As a French plant, SISCO operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which mandates secondary treatment for populations between 2,000 and 10,000. It is also subject to French national water laws and local permits ensuring coastal water quality.
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