Overview
The Wastewater Treatment Plant in Drumheller, Alberta, Canada serves approximately 4,825 residents. It is an operational facility located inland, discharging into the Red Deer River watershed.
The Wastewater Treatment Plant serves the town of Drumheller, Alberta, located in the Canadian Prairies. This facility supports a population of roughly 4,825 people, making it a small-scale municipal plant typical of rural communities in the region. As a Canadian facility, the plant operates under provincial regulations administered by Alberta Environment and Parks. For small communities, treatment typically involves secondary processes such as aerated lagoons or mechanical systems to meet effluent quality standards. It is expected to comply with Alberta's Environmental Protection and Enhancement Act. The plant's treated effluent discharges into the Red Deer River system, which flows southeast to join the South Saskatchewan River, eventually reaching Hudson Bay via the Nelson River. The Red Deer River valley is ecologically significant, supporting diverse aquatic life and providing habitat for species such as walleye and northern pike. The plant's operations are crucial for protecting downstream water quality in this semi-arid region.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Red Deer River, a major tributary of the South Saskatchewan River system. This river flows through the Canadian Prairies and ultimately drains into Hudson Bay, supporting a range of aquatic species including lake sturgeon and goldeye. The watershed is ecologically sensitive due to low water flows in dry periods, making effective wastewater treatment essential for maintaining water quality and ecosystem health.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Drumheller, Alberta, Canada, in the Red Deer River valley. Its address is Drumheller, Alberta, T0J 0Y7.
The plant serves approximately 4,825 residents, typical of a small municipal system in rural Alberta.
The treated effluent is discharged into the Red Deer River, which flows through the Canadian Prairies and eventually reaches Hudson Bay.
The plant operates under Alberta's Environmental Protection and Enhancement Act, with oversight from Alberta Environment and Parks. Canadian wastewater facilities must meet federal and provincial effluent quality standards.
Small communities in Alberta often use aerated lagoons or mechanical secondary treatment systems to meet provincial discharge standards. These systems are designed to reduce organic matter and suspended solids.
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