Overview
Edgeworthstown Waste Water Treatment Plant serves County Longford, Ireland, treating wastewater from approximately 2,689 people. The plant operates under Ireland's implementation of the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive.
Edgeworthstown Waste Water Treatment Plant is a municipal facility located in Edgeworthstown, County Longford, Ireland. Serving a population of around 2,689, it is classified as a small agglomeration under EU regulations. The plant is situated in the Ballymahon Municipal District, part of the Leinster region. As an Irish wastewater treatment facility, the plant operates under the European Union Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which sets standards for collection and treatment. It plays a key role in managing local wastewater. The treated effluent is discharged into the local water environment, ultimately contributing to the Shannon River Basin, Ireland's largest river system. The Shannon River flows into the Atlantic Ocean via the Shannon Estuary, supporting diverse aquatic life and ecosystems. The plant helps protect water quality in this important catchment area.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Shannon River Basin, which drains into the Atlantic Ocean through the Shannon Estuary. This watershed supports a variety of fish species, including Atlantic salmon and brown trout, and provides habitat for otters and waterbirds. The estuary is an important ecological area for migratory birds and marine life.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located on Station Road in Edgeworthstown, County Longford, Ireland, within the Ballymahon Municipal District.
The plant serves approximately 2,689 people, classifying it as a small agglomeration under EU wastewater treatment regulations.
Treated effluent from the plant is discharged into the local water environment, which ultimately flows into the Shannon River Basin and then to the Atlantic Ocean via the Shannon Estuary.
The plant operates under Ireland's implementation of the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which requires appropriate treatment for agglomerations based on population size and receiving water sensitivity.
Under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive, agglomerations of this size typically require secondary treatment, which involves biological processes to reduce organic matter and suspended solids.
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