Lloydminster, Sask. – The province of Saskatchewan has announced funding for a new mechanical wastewater treatment facility in the Border City.
The project team plans to increase the capacity of the system in a cost-effective way by integrating existing infrastructure. Officials stated that following completion, Lloydminster will be able to meet the needs of its growing population, and help safeguard regional waterways like West Neale Lake and ensure its treated water meets current and future federal and provincial standards
“Making sure communities have the infrastructure they need to provide modern efficient wastewater services is essential to protecting the environment and building a healthy sustainable future,” said François-Philippe Champagne, minister of infrastructure and communities, in a press release.
“This important project for Lloydminster will allow the city to provide higher quality services to residents, support community development and protect the environment for years to come.”
Work includes constructing a new facility near the city’s existing lagoons to establish a new wastewater treatment system. The three cells that make up the city’s existing plant will be integrated into the new system to serve as storage for storm water during periods of heavy rainfall and for sludge requiring long-term digestion.
“Construction of a new wastewater treatment plant will have significant benefits for the current and future generations of Lloydminster and the downstream cities, towns, villages and Indigenous communities that rely on the North Saskatchewan River,” said Lloydminster Mayor Gerald Aalbers in a press release. “This four-way funding announcement speaks to a strong working relationship between our federal, provincial and municipal offices for the betterment of our communities and the environment.”
The new mechanical wastewater treatment facility project has a total estimated cost of $81.5 million.
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