Overview
The etangs aeres wastewater treatment plant serves Pohénégamook, Québec, Canada, treating wastewater for a population of 681. It is an operational facility in the Bas-Saint-Laurent region.
The etangs aeres wastewater treatment plant is located at 917 Rue Principale in Pohénégamook, a municipality in the Témiscouata region of Québec, Canada. This facility serves a small population of 681 residents, reflecting the rural character of the area. As a municipal plant, it plays a key role in managing local wastewater. In Canada, wastewater treatment is regulated under provincial and federal frameworks, including the Canadian Environmental Protection Act and Québec's Regulation respecting wastewater treatment. For small communities like Pohénégamook, treatment typically involves primary or secondary processes to meet discharge standards. The plant's operational status indicates it is actively managing wastewater for the community. The treated effluent from the plant is discharged into the local watershed, which ultimately drains into the Saint Lawrence River via the Témiscouata River system. This water body supports diverse aquatic life and is part of a larger basin that flows into the Gulf of Saint Lawrence. Proper treatment helps protect downstream ecosystems and water quality.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Témiscouata River watershed, which flows into the Saint Lawrence River and eventually the Gulf of Saint Lawrence. This region supports diverse aquatic habitats, including fish species such as brook trout and Atlantic salmon. The watershed is ecologically sensitive, and effective wastewater treatment is essential to maintain water quality and protect downstream environments.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located at 917 Rue Principale in Pohénégamook, Québec, Canada, in the Témiscouata region of Bas-Saint-Laurent.
The plant serves a population of 681 residents in the municipality of Pohénégamook.
The treated effluent is discharged into the local watershed, which flows into the Témiscouata River and ultimately the Saint Lawrence River.
The plant operates under Canadian federal regulations and Québec's provincial wastewater treatment standards, which require appropriate treatment for small communities to protect water quality.
For small communities in Canada, treatment often involves primary or secondary processes such as aerated lagoons or septic systems, designed to meet provincial discharge limits.
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