Overview
Kapuskasing Waste Water Pollution Control Plant serves the town of Kapuskasing, Ontario, treating municipal wastewater for a population of approximately 6,593. The plant is operational and discharges into the local watershed.
The Kapuskasing Waste Water Pollution Control Plant is a municipal wastewater treatment facility located in Kapuskasing, Ontario, Canada. Serving a population of about 6,593, it is a key component of the town's infrastructure, managing wastewater from residential and commercial sources. The plant is situated inland, far from coastal areas, and operates under Ontario's regulatory framework for wastewater treatment. As a Canadian facility, the plant is subject to the Canada Water Act and provincial regulations under the Ontario Water Resources Act. For a community of this size, typical treatment involves secondary processes to meet effluent standards. The treated effluent from the plant is discharged into a receiving water body within the Moose River basin, which ultimately drains into James Bay. This watershed supports diverse aquatic life and is important for regional ecology. The plant's location in northeastern Ontario means it operates in a cold climate, which can influence treatment efficiency and infrastructure maintenance.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into a watercourse within the Moose River basin, which flows into James Bay, part of the Hudson Bay drainage system. This watershed supports fish species such as walleye and northern pike, and is an important migratory corridor for waterfowl. The plant's effluent must meet provincial water quality standards to protect downstream aquatic ecosystems.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located at 34 Kimberly Drive, Kapuskasing, Ontario, Canada, in the Cochrane District of Northeastern Ontario.
The plant serves a population of approximately 6,593 people in the town of Kapuskasing and surrounding areas.
The treated effluent is discharged into a local watercourse within the Moose River basin, which ultimately flows into James Bay.
The plant operates under the Ontario Water Resources Act and the Canada Water Act, which set effluent standards for municipal wastewater treatment.
For a community of this size, secondary treatment is typical to meet provincial and federal effluent quality standards, ensuring protection of receiving waters.
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