Overview
The Devon Wastewater Treatment Plant serves approximately 4,945 residents in Devon, Alberta, Canada. It is an operational facility managing municipal wastewater for this community.
The Devon Wastewater Treatment Plant is a municipal facility located in Devon, Alberta, Canada, serving a population of about 4,945. The plant is situated in the River Valley area and is part of the town's water and wastewater infrastructure, ensuring proper treatment of domestic wastewater from the community. As a small-scale agglomeration, the plant is subject to Alberta's environmental regulations and the Canadian federal framework for wastewater treatment. Facilities of this size typically employ secondary treatment to meet effluent quality standards. The plant's operational status indicates it is actively managing wastewater for the town. The treated effluent is discharged into the North Saskatchewan River, which flows through Edmonton and eventually into Lake Winnipeg via the Saskatchewan River system. This river supports diverse aquatic life and is an important water source for downstream communities. The plant's operations contribute to protecting water quality in this significant watershed.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the North Saskatchewan River, which flows into the Saskatchewan River system and ultimately reaches Lake Winnipeg. This watershed supports diverse fish species and provides drinking water for several communities. The river's health is critical for both ecological balance and human use, making effective wastewater treatment essential.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located at 1100 River Valley in Devon, Alberta, Canada, within the River Valley area.
The plant serves approximately 4,945 residents of Devon, Alberta.
The treated effluent is discharged into the North Saskatchewan River, which flows through the region and into the Saskatchewan River system.
The plant operates under Alberta's environmental regulations and the Canadian federal Wastewater Systems Effluent Regulations, which set standards for effluent quality.
For small communities of this size, secondary treatment is commonly employed to meet regulatory standards and protect receiving water bodies.
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