Overview
Ear Falls Wastewater Treatment Plant and Collection System is a secondary treatment facility serving 757 people in Ear Falls Township, Ontario, Canada. It discharges 753 cubic meters of treated wastewater daily.
The Ear Falls Wastewater Treatment Plant and Collection System serves the community of Ear Falls Township in Northwestern Ontario, Canada. This municipal facility provides secondary treatment for a population of approximately 757 residents, reflecting the small-scale nature of the community. As a secondary treatment plant, it meets the standard requirements for wastewater treatment in Ontario, which align with the Canada-wide approach to wastewater effluent standards. The plant's discharge volume of 753 cubic meters per day is consistent with the population served, and operations are regulated under provincial environmental protection laws. The treated effluent is discharged into the local watershed, which ultimately drains into the English River system and then into the Winnipeg River, flowing toward Lake Winnipeg. This waterway supports diverse aquatic life and is important for regional ecology and recreation.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the English River watershed, which flows into the Winnipeg River and eventually reaches Lake Winnipeg. This downstream environment supports fish species such as walleye and northern pike, and the area is part of the boreal forest ecosystem. The treatment plant helps protect water quality in this sensitive northern watershed.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Ear Falls Township, Kenora District, Northwestern Ontario, Canada, near the Ear Falls Golf Course on Forest Drive.
The plant serves a population of 757 residents in Ear Falls Township.
The plant provides secondary treatment, which typically involves biological processes to break down organic matter, followed by disinfection before discharge.
The treated effluent is discharged into the local watershed, which drains into the English River system and eventually into the Winnipeg River and Lake Winnipeg.
The plant operates under Ontario's provincial environmental regulations and Canada's Wastewater Systems Effluent Regulations, which set standards for effluent quality.
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