Overview
Town of Peace River Wastewater Plant serves approximately 4,118 residents in Peace River, Alberta, Canada. The operational facility discharges treated effluent into the Peace River watershed.
The Town of Peace River Wastewater Plant is a municipal facility located in Peace River, Alberta, Canada, serving a population of about 4,118 residents. As a small-scale treatment plant, it plays a key role in managing local wastewater for this northern community. The plant operates under Alberta's Environmental Protection and Enhancement Act, which governs wastewater discharges. For small communities like Peace River, secondary treatment is typically required to meet provincial water quality standards. The plant's treated effluent is discharged into the Peace River, a major tributary of the Mackenzie River system, which ultimately flows into the Arctic Ocean. This river supports diverse aquatic life and is an important migratory corridor for fish species.
Environmental context
The Peace River flows through northern Alberta and joins the Slave River, which empties into Great Slave Lake and then the Mackenzie River, eventually reaching the Arctic Ocean. The watershed supports a variety of fish species, including walleye and northern pike, and provides habitat for migratory birds. Protecting water quality in this region is important for maintaining the ecological health of the broader Mackenzie River basin.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Peace River, Alberta, Canada, at coordinates 56.268 N, 117.279 W.
The plant serves approximately 4,118 residents of Peace River, Alberta.
The plant discharges treated effluent into the Peace River, which flows into the Mackenzie River system and eventually the Arctic Ocean.
The plant operates under Alberta's Environmental Protection and Enhancement Act, which sets effluent quality standards. For small communities, secondary treatment is typically required to protect receiving waters.
In Canada, small wastewater plants serving populations under 5,000 often use lagoon systems or mechanical secondary treatment to meet provincial discharge standards.
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