Overview
Town of Norquay wastewater treatment plant in Saskatchewan, Canada, serves 445 residents with secondary treatment.
The Town of Norquay wastewater treatment plant is located in Norquay, Saskatchewan, Canada. It serves a small population of 445 residents, reflecting its role as a municipal facility for a rural community. The plant is operational and provides secondary treatment, which is a standard level for small Canadian agglomerations. Secondary treatment involves biological processes to reduce organic matter and suspended solids, meeting typical provincial effluent standards. The plant operates under Saskatchewan's water regulations, which align with the federal Canadian Environmental Protection Act and provincial guidelines for wastewater systems serving small populations. The treated effluent is discharged into the local watershed, which drains into the Assiniboine River system and eventually reaches Lake Winnipeg. This downstream connection highlights the plant's role in protecting water quality in the broader Prairie region, supporting aquatic life and downstream communities.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Assiniboine River basin, which flows into the Red River and ultimately Lake Winnipeg. Lake Winnipeg is a large, ecologically sensitive lake subject to eutrophication from nutrient loading. The secondary treatment process helps reduce organic pollutants and nutrients, mitigating impacts on downstream water quality and supporting the health of the lake's diverse aquatic ecosystem.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Norquay, Saskatchewan, Canada, in the rural Prairie region.
The plant serves approximately 445 residents, making it a small-scale municipal facility.
The plant provides secondary treatment, which uses biological processes to break down organic matter and reduce suspended solids before discharge.
The treated effluent flows into the Assiniboine River basin, which drains into the Red River and eventually Lake Winnipeg.
The plant operates under Saskatchewan's provincial wastewater regulations, which follow the Canadian Environmental Protection Act and guidelines for small wastewater systems.
Nearby plants