Rive Gauche - Saint Maurice

21.6°C Water temp · Jun 8

France Coastal 1 - Excellent 21.6°C

Satellite image of RIVE GAUCHE - SAINT MAURICE — Satellite image © Esri

Bathing water profile for three beaches in Palavas-les-Flots: Saint Maurice, le Grec, and la Roquille. The document provides comprehensive analysis of bathing water quality, including bacteriological assessment, pollution sources, and risk characterization. These are Type 1 profile beaches subject to EU bathing water directive monitoring and classification.

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Water

Mediterranean coastal waters adjacent to three named beaches: Saint Maurice, le Grec, and la Roquille. The bathing areas are influenced by multiple hydrographic features including the Lez river, the Rhône-Sète canal, and various étangs (lagoons).

Location

Palavas-les-Flots, located in the Pays de l'Or agglomeration area.

Water Quality

Water quality classified under EU Directive 2006. Bacteriological quality is monitored and assessed beach by beach. The profile identifies multiple pollution sources including wastewater treatment plant discharges, storm water overflows, combined sewer overflows, non-collective sanitation systems, and diffuse pollution from agriculture and camping.

Risks

Identified pollution sources include wastewater discharges, storm water outfalls, port activities, and animal contamination. Water quality is influenced by rainfall and wind conditions. Potential for macroalgae proliferation, phytoplankton proliferation, and cyanobacteria proliferation has been assessed. Jellyfish invasion episodes are monitored.