Overview
Virginia Wastewater treatment plant serves County Cavan, Ireland, treating wastewater for approximately 2,363 people. The plant operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive.
Virginia Wastewater treatment plant is located in County Cavan, Ireland, in the Ballyjamesduff Municipal District. The facility serves a population of approximately 2,363 people, classifying it as a small agglomeration under EU regulations. As an Irish wastewater treatment plant, it operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which requires secondary treatment for agglomerations of this size. The plant's treatment processes are designed to meet national and EU standards for effluent quality before discharge. The plant discharges treated wastewater into the local water system, which ultimately drains into the River Boyne catchment and then into the Irish Sea. This water body supports diverse aquatic life and is important for regional water quality management.
Environmental context
The plant's treated effluent enters the local water system, which flows into the River Boyne catchment and eventually reaches the Irish Sea. The River Boyne supports salmonid fisheries and other aquatic species, making water quality management critical for ecological health. The surrounding area is primarily rural with agricultural land use, requiring careful nutrient management to prevent eutrophication.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in County Cavan, Ireland, in the Ballyjamesduff Municipal District, near the town of Virginia.
The plant serves approximately 2,363 people, classifying it as a small agglomeration under EU wastewater regulations.
The plant discharges treated effluent into the local water system, which flows into the River Boyne catchment and ultimately reaches the Irish Sea.
The plant operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which mandates secondary treatment for agglomerations of this size to protect water quality.
Under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive, plants serving between 2,000 and 10,000 people typically require secondary treatment, which includes biological processes to reduce organic matter and nutrients.