Overview
Canadian Forces Base Borden wastewater treatment plant serves 7,408 people in Essa, Ontario. The facility is operational and has a designed capacity of 1.00 million liters per day.
The Canadian Forces Base Borden wastewater treatment plant is located in Essa, Ontario, Canada, serving a population of 7,408. The facility is operational and supports the military base and surrounding community. As a plant in Ontario, it operates under provincial regulations that align with the Canada-wide standards for wastewater treatment. The plant has a designed capacity of 1.00 million liters per day, indicating a small to medium-scale facility. Ontario's regulatory framework typically requires secondary treatment for plants of this size, with additional nutrient removal in sensitive watersheds. The plant's operational status confirms it is actively managing wastewater from the base. The treated effluent is discharged into the local watershed, which ultimately drains into the Great Lakes basin. The facility plays a key role in protecting downstream water quality, including the Nottawasaga River and Georgian Bay, which support diverse aquatic life and recreational activities. Proper treatment helps mitigate nutrient loading and maintain ecological balance in this region.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Nottawasaga River watershed, which flows into Georgian Bay, part of the Great Lakes system. This region supports diverse aquatic species and is important for migratory birds. The Great Lakes are a critical freshwater resource, and nutrient management is essential to prevent algal blooms and maintain water quality for drinking and recreation.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located on Cambrai Road in Angus, Essa, Simcoe County, Ontario, Canada.
The plant serves a population of 7,408, primarily from the military base and surrounding area.
The treated effluent is discharged into the local watershed, which drains into the Nottawasaga River and ultimately into Georgian Bay.
The plant operates under Ontario's wastewater regulations, which are part of Canada's national standards. Plants of this scale typically require secondary treatment and may need nutrient removal to protect sensitive water bodies.
For small to medium agglomerations in Canada, secondary treatment is standard. In sensitive areas like the Great Lakes basin, additional nutrient removal may be required to reduce phosphorus and nitrogen loads.
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