Overview
Foleyet Wastewater Treatment Lagoon serves 189 people in Unorganized North Sudbury, Ontario, Canada. This secondary treatment facility discharges 174 cubic meters of treated wastewater daily.
Foleyet Wastewater Treatment Lagoon is a municipal wastewater facility located in the community of Foleyet, within Unorganized North Sudbury, Sudbury District, Ontario, Canada. The plant serves a small population of 189 residents, reflecting its role in a rural, sparsely populated area of Northeastern Ontario. As a secondary treatment facility, the plant meets the standard level of treatment required under Ontario's wastewater regulations, which align with the Canada-wide approach to wastewater effluent standards. Secondary treatment typically involves biological processes to reduce organic matter and suspended solids, ensuring the effluent meets provincial water quality objectives before discharge. The treated wastewater is discharged at a volume of 174 cubic meters per day into the local watershed. The receiving water body ultimately drains into the Great Lakes Basin, contributing to the broader Lake Huron system. This region supports diverse aquatic life and is important for recreational and ecological values in Northern Ontario.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into a local watercourse that flows through the boreal forest region of Northeastern Ontario, eventually reaching the Great Lakes Basin and Lake Huron. This watershed supports cold-water fish species and provides habitat for migratory waterfowl. The surrounding area is characterized by wetlands and forested landscapes, which help buffer nutrient runoff and maintain water quality.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Foleyet, within Unorganized North Sudbury, Sudbury District, Northeastern Ontario, Canada.
The facility serves a population of 189 residents, typical of a small rural community in Northern Ontario.
The plant discharges treated wastewater at a rate of 174 cubic meters per day into the local watershed, which ultimately drains into the Great Lakes Basin.
The facility provides secondary treatment, which involves biological processes to reduce organic matter and suspended solids, meeting provincial standards for effluent quality.
The plant operates under Ontario's wastewater regulations, which are consistent with the Canada-wide Strategy for the Management of Municipal Wastewater Effluent. Secondary treatment is the minimum standard for facilities of this scale.
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