Overview
Creg Quay Limited is a secondary wastewater treatment plant in South Glengarry, Ontario, Canada, serving a small population of 122. It discharges treated effluent into the local watershed.
Creg Quay Limited is a wastewater treatment facility located in South Glengarry, Ontario, Canada, serving a small community of 122 residents. The plant operates under Ontario's regulatory framework, which aligns with the Canada-wide standards for wastewater systems. The plant provides secondary treatment, a standard level for small-scale facilities in Canada. While specific capacity and discharge volume details are limited, the plant's operational status confirms it is actively managing municipal wastewater for the area. The treated effluent is discharged into the local watershed, which ultimately drains into the St. Lawrence River via tributaries. This river system supports diverse aquatic life and is a critical waterway for the Great Lakes basin, making proper treatment essential for downstream ecosystems.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the local watershed that flows into the St. Lawrence River, a major waterway connecting the Great Lakes to the Atlantic Ocean. The St. Lawrence River supports diverse fish species and migratory birds, and its water quality is vital for both ecological health and human use in the region.
Frequently asked questions
Creg Quay Limited is located at 21227 Old Highway 2, Bainsville, in South Glengarry, Ontario, Canada.
The plant provides secondary treatment, which is a standard biological treatment process that removes organic matter and suspended solids.
The treated wastewater is discharged into the local watershed, which eventually flows into the St. Lawrence River.
The plant operates under Ontario's wastewater regulations, which are part of Canada's national framework for wastewater systems, ensuring compliance with effluent quality standards.
For small communities in Canada, secondary treatment is typical, often using lagoons or package plants, as required by provincial regulations to protect receiving waters.
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