LOTISSEMENT MAYA Wastewater Treatment Plant, Matoury, French Guiana

LOTISSEMENT MAYA is a wastewater treatment facility located in Matoury, French Guiana, serving a population of 1,250. The plant is situated near the coast, within 10 km of the Atlantic Ocean, and operates under the regulatory framework of France, which implements the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC). The plant provides secondary treatment, which is the standard level required by the EU directive for agglomerations of this size. The designed capacity is 1,250 m³/day, and the current discharge volume is 223 m³/day, indicating operational capacity well within design limits. The plant's discharge contributes to the local watershed, which drains into the Atlantic Ocean. The treated effluent from LOTISSEMENT MAYA is discharged into the coastal waters of French Guiana, a region known for its rich biodiversity and sensitive mangrove ecosystems. The plant's proximity to the coast underscores the importance of effective treatment to protect marine environments and support the ecological health of the surrounding area.

The plant discharges into the coastal waters of French Guiana, which are part of the Atlantic Ocean. The region features extensive mangrove forests and estuaries that serve as critical habitats for fish, crustaceans, and migratory birds. Effective wastewater treatment is essential to prevent nutrient loading and protect these sensitive ecosystems from eutrophication and contamination.