Etang Du Pont Rouge

France Lake 1 - Excellent

The Étang du Pont Rouge is a bathing site located in the commune of Le Quesnoy in the Nord department of France. The site serves multiple recreational purposes including swimming, fishing, and water activities. Water quality monitoring has been conducted over several years with particular attention to bacteriological parameters and cyanobacteria presence. The bathing area is subject to European bathing water quality directives and regular assessment of potential pollution sources.

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Water

Pond (étang) with management and regulation of water levels. Multiple inflows and outflows including watercourses feed the water body. Water renewal time is documented in the study.

Location

Located in Le Quesnoy, commune in the Nord department (59), France.

Water Quality

Water quality monitored according to Directive 2006/7/CE. Bacteriological quality assessments conducted. Cyanobacteria monitoring performed over the preceding five years. Water transparency measurements recorded. Potential pollution sources from agricultural, urban, domestic, and industrial activities identified in the watershed.

Risks

Cyanobacteria presence documented with conditions for their development studied. Potential for leptospirosis and swimmer's dermatitis identified. Various pollution sources from the watershed including agricultural runoff, wastewater, and urban activities present potential risks.