Etang Des Bois

France Lake 1 - Excellent

Étang des Bois is a freshwater bathing area located in Vieilles-Maisons-sur-Joudry in the Loiret department. The bathing zone is situated within a larger pond that serves multiple uses. The water quality was classified as excellent in 2015. Monitoring and management measures are in place to assess and control pollution risks.

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Water

Inland freshwater pond (étang). The pond is fed by the Joudry river system and has characteristic flows managed as part of the Joudry watershed.

Location

Vieilles-Maisons-sur-Joudry, Loiret department (45), France. Parking is available at the camping entrance.

Water Quality

Water quality was classified as excellent in 2015. Monitoring has tracked E. coli and enterococci concentrations. Cyanobacteria levels have been monitored. The water is subject to surveillance for microbiological contamination and nutrient loading (phosphorus).

Risks

E. coli and enterococci contamination identified from agricultural and domestic sources. Cyanobacteria presence detected. Leptospirosis risk associated with the water body. Nutrient pollution (phosphorus) from diffuse sources.