St-Aubin-Plage

16.6°C Water temp · Jun 8

France Coastal 3 - Sufficient 16.6°C

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This document is a vulnerability profile for seven bathing beaches in the Dieppe Maritime area of northern France: Saint-Aubin-sur-Mer, Quiberville, Sainte-Marguerite-sur-Mer, Pourville, Dieppe-Plage, Dieppe-Puys, and Saint-Martin-en-Campagne. The profile provides a comprehensive assessment of geomorphological characteristics, oceanographic conditions, land use, demographic context, and water quality monitoring results for these coastal bathing areas. It includes detailed analysis of potential pollution sources including wastewater treatment, agricultural activities, industrial facilities, and port operations.

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Water

Coastal waters of the English Channel off the Normandy coast of France, subject to tidal influences with locally variable currents and wave conditions.

Location

The bathing beaches are located in the Dieppe Maritime community in northern France, including sites at Saint-Aubin-sur-Mer, Quiberville, Sainte-Marguerite-sur-Mer, Pourville, Dieppe-Plage, Dieppe-Puys, and Saint-Martin-en-Campagne.

Season

A defined bathing season is monitored with specific start and end dates, with water quality testing conducted during this period.

Water Quality

Water quality is monitored through bacteriological analysis of bathing waters. Monitoring points are established for each beach with regular testing during the bathing season. Shellfish farming areas (moulières) are also monitored for bacterial quality. Blue Flag designations are referenced as indicators of quality standards.

Risks

Potential pollution sources identified include wastewater discharges, agricultural runoff, industrial activities (agro-food industries, nuclear power plant at Penly, fish processing facilities), port operations, and livestock access to watercourses. Karst circulation pathways may facilitate pollution transport.