Overview
Southern Harbour wastewater treatment plant serves 445 people in Newfoundland, Canada.
Southern Harbour wastewater treatment plant is located on Marine Drive in Southern Harbour, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada. This small community facility serves a population of 445 residents, reflecting the rural character of the region. The plant is situated along the coast of Newfoundland, an area known for its rugged shoreline and marine ecosystems. The plant provides secondary treatment, which is the standard biological treatment process for municipal wastewater in Canada. Secondary treatment removes organic matter and suspended solids, reducing the environmental impact of discharged effluent. Consistent with the small population served. Canadian wastewater facilities are regulated under provincial and federal guidelines, including the Canada Water Act and the Fisheries Act, which protect receiving waters from harmful effluent. The treated effluent is discharged into the Atlantic Ocean, as the plant is located within 10 km of the coast. The surrounding waters support diverse marine life, including fish stocks and seabird populations. The plant's operation helps protect the local marine environment from untreated sewage, contributing to the ecological health of Newfoundland's coastal waters.
Environmental context
The plant discharges treated wastewater into the Atlantic Ocean near Southern Harbour, Newfoundland. This coastal area is part of the North Atlantic ecosystem, which supports fisheries, marine mammals, and seabirds. The secondary treatment process reduces pollutants that could otherwise harm sensitive marine habitats, including spawning grounds and feeding areas for commercially important species.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located on Marine Drive in Southern Harbour, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada.
The plant serves a population of 445 residents in the community of Southern Harbour.
The plant provides secondary treatment and discharges treated effluent into the Atlantic Ocean, as it is located within 10 km of the coast.
Canadian wastewater facilities operate under the Canada Water Act and the Fisheries Act, with provincial regulations setting specific effluent standards. Secondary treatment is the minimum requirement for most municipal plants.
Small communities like Southern Harbour often use secondary treatment systems, which include biological processes to remove organic matter and solids. These systems are designed to meet federal and provincial effluent quality guidelines.
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