Bodmin Nanstallon STW, Egloshayle

Overview

Bodmin Nanstallon STW serves approximately 11,000 people in Egloshayle, Cornwall, England. The plant discharges treated wastewater into the local river system, contributing to the protection of the River Camel catchment.

Bodmin Nanstallon STW is a wastewater treatment plant located near Egloshayle in Cornwall, England, serving a population of around 11,000. It is part of the municipal infrastructure managed under the UK's water regulatory framework, which implements the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (UWWTD) standards. The plant operates under the UK's environmental permitting regime, which requires appropriate treatment levels based on population served and receiving water sensitivity. For agglomerations of this size, secondary treatment is typically mandated, with additional nutrient removal if discharging into sensitive areas like the Camel Estuary. The treated effluent is discharged into the River Camel catchment, which flows into the Camel Estuary and then to the Celtic Sea. The River Camel is a designated Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) and supports diverse aquatic life, including salmon and otter populations. The plant plays a key role in maintaining water quality in this ecologically important river system.

Environmental context

The plant discharges into the River Camel catchment, which flows through the Camel Estuary and into the Celtic Sea. The River Camel is a vital habitat for Atlantic salmon, sea trout, and European otter, and its estuary supports important bird populations. The plant's operations help protect this sensitive ecosystem from nutrient pollution and other contaminants.

Frequently asked questions

Bodmin Nanstallon STW is located near Egloshayle in Cornwall, England, along the Camel Trail, with a postcode of PL30 5LX.

The plant serves approximately 10,976 people, making it a medium-sized agglomeration under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive.

The treated effluent is discharged into the River Camel catchment, which flows into the Camel Estuary and eventually the Celtic Sea.

The plant operates under the UK's environmental permitting system, which implements the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive. For a population of ~11,000, secondary treatment is typically required, with possible nutrient removal for sensitive areas.

The River Camel is a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) and supports diverse wildlife including Atlantic salmon, sea trout, and otters. Its estuary is important for migratory birds, making water quality protection critical.