Carteret

17°C Water temp · Jun 8

France Coastal 1 - Excellent 17°C

Satellite image of CARTERET — Satellite image © Esri

Plage de la Potinière is a bathing beach located in Carteret, part of the municipality of Barneville-Carteret in the Manche department of Normandy, France. The beach is subject to monitoring under European bathing water quality directives and has been assessed for vulnerability to pollution sources. Water quality is monitored regularly for faecal contamination indicators and classified according to EU standards.

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Water

Coastal marine bathing water.

Location

Carteret, Barneville-Carteret municipality, Manche department, Normandy, France.

Water Quality

Water quality is monitored for faecal contamination indicators including enterococci and Escherichia coli. Classifications are assessed under Directive 76/160/EEC and Directive 2006/7/CE. Historical monitoring data and classification history are documented in the profile.

Risks

Potential pollution sources identified include domestic wastewater from collective and non-collective sewage systems, stormwater drainage, agricultural activities, artisanal and industrial activities, port operations, camping and mobile home facilities, and channel dredging for port access. Tidal currents and wind conditions affect water dispersion.