Maguelone Est - Le Prevost

22.1°C Water temp · Jun 8

France Coastal 1 - Excellent 22.1°C

Satellite image of MAGUELONE EST - LE PREVOST — Satellite image © Esri

Maguelone Est is a bathing water zone located in an open environment in the municipality of Villeneuve-lès-Maguelone. Water circulation and renewal are facilitated by its open setting. The zone benefits from low slopes and permeable terrain in its influence area, which slows water runoff and reduces bacterial survival. According to 2010 monitoring data under the 2006/7/CE Directive classification system, the water quality is classified as excellent.

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Water

Coastal bathing water in an open marine environment. The zone has low topographical slopes and is surrounded by permeable terrain. Water dynamics are characterized by predominantly north-westerly winds that tend to push pollutants offshore, facilitating circulation and water renewal.

Location

Villeneuve-lès-Maguelone, located in the Maguelone Est area. The complete profile is available at the Town Hall (Hôtel de Ville), Porte St Laurent, 34750 Villeneuve-lès-Maguelone.

Water Quality

Water quality classified as excellent under the 2006/7/CE Directive as of 2010. From 2005 to 2010, water quality was classified as good under the 76/160/CEE Directive. Monitoring data form the basis for quality assessment.

Risks

Potential pollution sources identified include bird populations (the zone is within a Special Protection Area for birds), summer season bathing activity, and the Étang de Prévost outlet located approximately 500 metres from the bathing zone. Short-term pollution events are possible but dependent on identifiable causes.