Richard s Landing WWTP - St. Joseph Township, Ontario | Secondary Treatment Plant

Richard s Landing WWTP is a municipal wastewater treatment plant located in St. Joseph Township, Ontario, Canada. It serves a small community of 237 residents along the shores of Lake Huron. The plant is situated in the Algoma District of Northeastern Ontario. The plant provides secondary treatment, which is the standard level required under Canadian federal and provincial regulations for communities of this size. Secondary treatment typically involves biological processes to reduce organic matter and suspended solids. The plant discharges an average of 106.50 cubic meters of treated wastewater per day. The treated effluent is released into the local environment, ultimately reaching Lake Huron, one of the Great Lakes. Lake Huron supports diverse aquatic life and provides drinking water for millions. The plant's proximity to the lake underscores the importance of effective treatment to protect water quality and ecosystem health.

The plant discharges into the Lake Huron watershed, which drains into the St. Clair River, Lake St. Clair, and the Detroit River before reaching Lake Erie. Lake Huron is a vital freshwater resource supporting fish populations, migratory birds, and recreational activities. The plant's coastal location requires careful management to prevent nutrient loading and protect nearshore habitats.