Face Au Cd 592

18.1°C Water temp · Jun 8

France Coastal 1 - Excellent 18.1°C

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The bathing area at Face au CD 592 is located in Saint Martin de Bréhal in the commune of Bréhal. It is situated along the Côte des Havres coastal region. The beach is subject to tidal influences and is affected by several watershed systems including the Hardes, Pont de Bois, Vanlée, and Belle Croix basins. Water quality monitoring is conducted for Escherichia coli and intestinal enterococci. The area is influenced by coastal discharge points and agricultural activities in the surrounding watersheds.

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Water

Coastal marine bathing area along the Côte des Havres in Normandy, influenced by tidal currents and multiple river systems.

Location

Saint Martin de Bréhal, commune of Bréhal, France. Face au CD 592 (CD 592 road reference).

Water Quality

Water quality monitored for Escherichia coli and intestinal enterococci. Classification history available under Directive 76/160/CEE and Directive 2006/7/CEE. Historical closure records of the bathing area are documented. Shellfish harvesting zones and foot-collecting areas in proximity are classified for sanitary status. Identified pollution sources include coastal discharge from the Hardes and Vanlée rivers, agricultural runoff from multiple watersheds, domestic wastewater from collective and non-collective sanitation systems, and sheep farming activities in salt marshes.

Risks

Potential bacterial contamination from coastal discharges and agricultural activities. Multiple river basins discharge into the area. Livestock farming (sheep on salt marshes) in the influence zone. Domestic wastewater systems affecting water quality.