Riverside Albert Lagoon Wastewater Treatment Plant, Hopewell Parish, New Brunswick

Riverside Albert Lagoon is a wastewater treatment facility located in Hopewell Parish, Albert County, New Brunswick, Canada. The plant serves a small population of 485 residents and operates as a secondary treatment facility, which is appropriate for its scale and rural setting. The plant provides secondary treatment, a standard biological process that removes organic matter and suspended solids. For small communities in Canada, secondary treatment is typical and meets federal and provincial wastewater regulations. The plant's discharge volume is 222.00 cubic meters per day, reflecting the modest size of the community it serves. The treated effluent is discharged into the local watershed, which ultimately drains into the Bay of Fundy, a globally significant marine ecosystem known for its extreme tides and rich biodiversity. The plant's proximity to the coast (within 10 km) means its discharge can influence coastal water quality, making effective treatment essential for protecting the marine environment.

The plant discharges into the local watershed that flows into the Bay of Fundy, a highly productive marine ecosystem with the highest tides in the world. The Bay of Fundy supports diverse aquatic life, including migratory fish and seabirds. The plant's coastal location requires careful management to prevent nutrient enrichment and protect sensitive habitats.