Overview
City of Melville Waste Water Works serves 529 residents in Melville, Saskatchewan, Canada. The operational plant treats municipal wastewater under Canadian provincial regulations.
The City of Melville Waste Water Works is a municipal wastewater treatment facility located in Melville, Saskatchewan, Canada. Serving a population of 529, it is a small-scale plant that supports the local community's sanitation needs. The plant is situated in the prairie region of Saskatchewan, an area characterized by cold winters and a semi-arid climate. As a small agglomeration, the plant operates under Saskatchewan's provincial wastewater regulations, which align with the Canadian Council of Ministers of the Environment (CCME) guidelines. These regulations require appropriate treatment to protect receiving waters. Plants of this scale typically employ lagoon systems or mechanical treatment to meet effluent quality standards. The treated wastewater is discharged into the local watershed, which ultimately drains into the Qu'Appelle River system and then into the Assiniboine River, a tributary of the Red River that flows into Lake Winnipeg. The plant plays a key role in protecting downstream aquatic ecosystems and water quality in the region.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the local watershed, which drains into the Qu'Appelle River, a major watercourse in southern Saskatchewan. The Qu'Appelle River flows eastward into the Assiniboine River, which joins the Red River and eventually reaches Lake Winnipeg. This watershed supports diverse aquatic life and is important for regional biodiversity. The plant's operations help maintain water quality in this sensitive prairie river system.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located on Prince Edward Street in Melville, Saskatchewan, Canada.
The plant serves a population of 529 residents in the city of Melville.
The treated wastewater is discharged into the local watershed, which drains into the Qu'Appelle River system.
The plant operates under Saskatchewan's provincial regulations, which follow the Canadian Council of Ministers of the Environment (CCME) guidelines for wastewater effluent quality.
Small plants in Canada often use lagoon systems or mechanical treatment to meet effluent standards. The specific process depends on local conditions and regulatory requirements.
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