Overview
Dauphin Wastewater System serves the Rural Municipality of Dauphin, Manitoba, Canada, treating wastewater for approximately 5,129 residents. The plant is operational and discharges into the local watershed.
Dauphin Wastewater System is a municipal wastewater treatment facility located in the Rural Municipality of Dauphin, Manitoba, Canada. It serves a population of about 5,129 people, making it a small-scale agglomeration under Canadian wastewater management frameworks. The plant is situated along the Northern Woods and Water Route and operates under provincial and federal environmental regulations. As a small community plant, Dauphin Wastewater System is expected to meet treatment standards set by Environment Canada and Manitoba's Water Quality Standards. Canadian regulations typically require secondary treatment for inland plants of this size to protect receiving waters. The plant's designed capacity is 1.00 million liters per day, indicating it is sized for the community's needs. The treated effluent from Dauphin Wastewater System is discharged into the local watershed, which ultimately drains into the Lake Winnipegosis basin. This region is ecologically sensitive, supporting diverse aquatic life and serving as an important habitat for migratory birds. The plant's operation helps maintain water quality in the downstream environment, contributing to the health of the Lake Winnipegosis ecosystem.
Environmental context
The Dauphin Wastewater System discharges into the local watershed, which flows into the Lake Winnipegosis basin in Manitoba. Lake Winnipegosis is a large, shallow lake that supports diverse fish populations and provides critical habitat for waterfowl along the Central Flyway. The plant's effluent management is crucial for preserving water quality in this ecologically sensitive region, which is also important for recreational and commercial fishing.
Frequently asked questions
Dauphin Wastewater System is located in the Rural Municipality of Dauphin, Manitoba, Canada, along the Northern Woods and Water Route.
The plant serves approximately 5,129 residents in the Rural Municipality of Dauphin.
The treated effluent is discharged into the local watershed, which ultimately drains into the Lake Winnipegosis basin.
The plant operates under Canadian federal and Manitoba provincial regulations, including the Canadian Environmental Protection Act and Manitoba's Water Quality Standards, which require appropriate treatment for small communities.
For small agglomerations of this size, Canadian regulations typically mandate secondary treatment to protect receiving water bodies, especially in ecologically sensitive areas like the Lake Winnipegosis basin.
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