Alvinston Wastewater Treatment Plant - Brooke-Alvinston, Ontario | Secondary Treatment Facility

The Alvinston Wastewater Treatment Plant is located in Brooke-Alvinston, Ontario, Canada, serving a population of 686. The facility provides secondary treatment, a standard level for small communities in Ontario, ensuring effective removal of organic matter and suspended solids. As a secondary treatment plant, it operates under Ontario's regulatory framework, which aligns with the Canada-wide standards for wastewater effluent. The plant's discharge volume of 308.00 reflects its scale, and it is designed to meet provincial water quality objectives. The treated effluent is discharged into a local watercourse, contributing to the Great Lakes Basin. The plant plays a role in protecting downstream ecosystems, including the Thames River watershed and ultimately Lake St. Clair, supporting aquatic life and water quality in the region.

The plant discharges into a local watercourse within the Thames River watershed, which flows into Lake St. Clair and then the Detroit River, part of the Great Lakes system. The area supports diverse aquatic habitats and is important for migratory fish species. Protecting water quality here helps maintain the ecological health of the Great Lakes.