Overview
Enniscorthy Waste Water Treatment Plant serves County Wexford, Ireland, treating wastewater for approximately 14,405 people. It operates under EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive 91/271/EEC.
Enniscorthy Waste Water Treatment Plant is a municipal facility located on Wexford Road in Enniscorthy, County Wexford, Ireland. It serves a population of around 14,405, classifying it as a medium agglomeration under EU standards. The plant is situated inland, approximately 50 km from the coast. As an Irish wastewater treatment facility, the plant operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive 91/271/EEC, which requires secondary treatment for agglomerations of this size. Irish plants are regulated by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) under the Waste Water Discharge (Authorisation) Regulations. The treated effluent is discharged into the local water environment, ultimately contributing to the Slaney River catchment, which flows into Wexford Harbour and the Irish Sea. The plant plays a key role in protecting the water quality of the River Slaney and downstream estuarine and coastal ecosystems.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Slaney River catchment, which flows through County Wexford into Wexford Harbour, a large estuary that supports diverse aquatic life and migratory birds. The estuary is an important ecological area, providing habitat for fish, invertebrates, and waterfowl. The treated effluent ultimately reaches the Irish Sea, contributing to the overall health of the coastal marine environment.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located on Wexford Road in Enniscorthy, County Wexford, Ireland, in the Municipal District of Enniscorthy.
The plant serves approximately 14,405 people, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration under EU regulations.
The treated effluent is discharged into the local water environment, ultimately reaching the Slaney River catchment and Wexford Harbour.
The plant operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive 91/271/EEC, which mandates secondary treatment for agglomerations over 2,000 population equivalent. Irish EPA issues discharge authorizations.
Under the EU UWWTD, plants serving 10,000-150,000 population equivalent typically require secondary treatment (biological treatment) unless discharging into sensitive areas, which may require tertiary treatment.
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