Overview
The City of Bathurst Waste Water Treatment Plant serves approximately 10,677 residents in Bathurst, New Brunswick, Canada. It is an operational facility located near the coast on Riverside Drive.
The City of Bathurst Waste Water Treatment Plant is a municipal facility located at 175 Riverside Drive in Bathurst, New Brunswick, Canada. It serves a population of about 10,677 residents, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration under Canadian wastewater management standards. The plant is situated near the coast, within 50 kilometers of the Gulf of Saint Lawrence. As a Canadian wastewater treatment plant, it operates under federal and provincial regulations, including the Canada Water Act and New Brunswick's Clean Water Act. For a community of this size, secondary treatment is typically required to protect receiving waters. The plant's designed capacity is 1.00 million liters per day, indicating it is sized to handle the local wastewater load. The plant discharges treated effluent into the local watershed, which ultimately drains into the Gulf of Saint Lawrence via the Nepisiguit River or nearby coastal waters. This coastal environment supports diverse marine life, including fish stocks and migratory birds, making proper treatment essential for ecological health. The plant plays a key role in protecting Bathurst's waterfront and the broader Bay of Chaleur ecosystem.
Environmental context
The plant's treated effluent flows into the Nepisiguit River watershed, which empties into the Gulf of Saint Lawrence through the Bay of Chaleur. This coastal region supports a mix of marine habitats, including estuaries and salt marshes, that are important for fish spawning and bird migration. The proximity to the coast means that nutrient and pathogen removal is critical to prevent eutrophication and protect shellfish harvesting areas.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located at 175 Riverside Drive in Bathurst, New Brunswick, Canada, near the coast of the Gulf of Saint Lawrence.
The plant serves approximately 10,677 residents in the city of Bathurst and surrounding areas.
The treated effluent is discharged into the local watershed, likely the Nepisiguit River or nearby coastal waters, which flow into the Gulf of Saint Lawrence.
The plant operates under Canadian federal regulations such as the Canada Water Act and provincial regulations under New Brunswick's Clean Water Act, which set standards for effluent quality and environmental protection.
For a medium-sized agglomeration like Bathurst, secondary treatment is typically required to reduce organic matter and suspended solids, ensuring protection of coastal and freshwater environments.
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