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Etel is a bathing water location in Morbihan (56), Brittany, France. The bathing area is situated in a coastal zone with tidal influences and is subject to various hydrological and oceanographic conditions typical of the Atlantic coast. The water body is influenced by the Ria d'Etel estuary and coastal streams. Water quality monitoring is conducted under the EU Bathing Water Directive 2006/7/CE.

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Water

Seawater basin (Bassin d'eau de mer) influenced by the Ria d'Etel estuary. The area experiences tidal regimes and is affected by surface water flows including streams such as Sac'h, Ré Rau, and Goh-Lannec.

Location

Commune of Etel, Morbihan (56), Brittany. The profile was established by the Lorient Regional Agency, located at Espace MEDIA, 2 rue Galilée, 56270 Ploemeur.

Facilities

Equipment present on the beach and in proximity is documented, including lifeguard presence and beach amenities.

Water Quality

Water quality classification and monitoring results are documented in the profile. Historical water quality data and robustness of classification are assessed. Potential for phytoplankton and macroalgae proliferation has been studied.

Risks

Potential pollution sources identified include: surface water runoff from the Ria d'Etel estuary and coastal streams; failures of pumping stations; stormwater discharges; non-compliant on-site sanitation systems; harbor and nautical activities; diffuse agricultural pollution; illegal cassette toilet discharges; presence of animals on the beach including dogs and equestrian activity.