Overview
VIELLE ST GIRONS LA PLAGE wastewater treatment plant serves the coastal community of Vielle-Saint-Girons in Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France. It treats wastewater for approximately 9,180 people under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive.
VIELLE ST GIRONS LA PLAGE is a wastewater treatment plant located in Saint-Girons-Plage, part of the commune of Vielle-Saint-Girons in the Landes department of Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France. The plant serves a population of approximately 9,180 people, reflecting its role in managing wastewater for this coastal community. As a French facility, the plant operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which requires appropriate treatment based on the size of the agglomeration and the sensitivity of the receiving environment. For a population of this scale, secondary treatment is typically mandated, with tertiary treatment required if the discharge enters a sensitive area. The plant's treated effluent is discharged into the local watershed, which ultimately drains into the Atlantic Ocean. The coastal location means the discharge may affect nearby beaches and marine ecosystems, making effective treatment essential for protecting water quality and public health in this popular tourist area.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the coastal waters of the Bay of Biscay, part of the Atlantic Ocean. The receiving environment includes sandy beaches and dune systems that support diverse aquatic life and are important for local tourism. The watershed is part of the Landes region, characterized by pine forests and wetlands that filter runoff before reaching the sea. Protecting this coastal ecosystem from nutrient pollution is critical for maintaining water quality and biodiversity.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located at Saint-Girons-Plage, in the commune of Vielle-Saint-Girons, Landes department, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France.
The plant serves approximately 9,180 people, primarily from the coastal community of Vielle-Saint-Girons.
The treated effluent is discharged into the local watershed, which flows into the Atlantic Ocean via the Bay of Biscay.
As a French plant, it operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which sets treatment standards based on population size and receiving water sensitivity.
Under the EU directive, plants serving between 2,000 and 10,000 population equivalents typically require secondary treatment. For coastal discharges, additional nutrient removal may be needed to protect marine environments.
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