Overview
SAINT HONORE TREMBLAY is a secondary wastewater treatment plant in Saint-Honore, Quebec, Canada, serving a population of 971 with a discharge volume of 436.00 cubic meters.
SAINT HONORE TREMBLAY is a municipal wastewater treatment plant located in Saint-Honore, Quebec, Canada. It serves a small population of 971 residents and operates at a secondary treatment level, ensuring effective removal of organic matter and suspended solids. The plant is situated inland, away from coastal zones, and is part of the region's water management infrastructure. As a secondary treatment facility, the plant meets the standard requirements under Canadian wastewater regulations, which mandate secondary treatment for communities of this size. The plant discharges a treated volume of 436.00 cubic meters, reflecting its capacity to handle the local wastewater load. Secondary treatment typically involves biological processes to further purify the effluent. The plant's discharge ultimately enters the local watershed, which drains into the Saguenay River and then into the St. Lawrence River. This downstream environment supports diverse aquatic life and is ecologically sensitive, making the plant's treatment performance important for protecting water quality in the region.
Environmental context
The treated effluent from SAINT HONORE TREMBLAY flows into the local watershed, which is part of the Saguenay River basin. The Saguenay River empties into the St. Lawrence River, a major waterway that supports a rich ecosystem, including fish species and migratory birds. The plant's secondary treatment helps reduce nutrient and pollutant loads, contributing to the ecological health of these downstream waters.
Frequently asked questions
SAINT HONORE TREMBLAY is located in Saint-Honore, Quebec, Canada, at Rue de l'Alize, within the Le Fjord-du-Saguenay region.
The plant serves a population of 971 residents in the Saint-Honore area.
The plant discharges treated effluent into the local watershed, which flows into the Saguenay River and eventually the St. Lawrence River.
The plant provides secondary treatment, which is the standard for Canadian municipal wastewater plants serving small communities.
The plant operates under Canada's Wastewater Systems Effluent Regulations, which require secondary treatment or equivalent for municipal discharges to protect aquatic ecosystems.
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