Drome Centre Die

France River 4 - Poor

The Die bathing water profile covers two designated swimming zones located in the centre and downstream of Die in the Drôme department of the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region. Centre Die is situated at the Pont Rompu sector near the municipal camping and swimming pool, accessible from the town centre and frequented by campers and local residents. Aval Die is located at the Camping de la Pinède sector, accessible via the Pont Neuf bridge, also serving campers and the general public. Both zones are river bathing areas in the Drôme river, non-regulated and generally accessible year-round, with typical high-use periods from June 1 to September 15.

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Water

The Drôme river. Both bathing zones are located in a river environment with flow characteristics affected by upstream catchment hydrology and municipal discharge systems.

Location

Die municipality, Drôme department (26), Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region, France. Centre Die: Pont Rompu sector near municipal camping and swimming pool, easily accessible from Die town centre. Aval Die: Camping de la Pinède sector, accessible via Pont Neuf bridge. Both zones are located in the Drôme river valley with nearby agricultural areas, residential housing, wooded zones, and local infrastructure.

Season

June 1 to September 15 is the typical high-use period, though river bathing is accessible year-round.

Water Quality

This is a Type 2 bathing water profile where the risk of water pollution is established and causes are known. The document addresses water quality classification requirements under Directive 2006/7/EC and includes analysis of control parameters, historical water quality evolution, and testing results. Water quality degradation risks are assessed under normal dry conditions, wet weather, and exceptional situations.

Risks

Identified pollution sources include collective wastewater treatment from thirteen municipalities in the study area, non-collective sanitation systems, agricultural pollution, accidental pollution, storm water pollution, industrial pollution, and animal frequentation. Water quality degradation risks exist during both dry weather and wet weather conditions.