Pictured is a photo taken this week showing progress on a new Digester at the Georgetown Wastewater Treatment Plant. The size of the people illustrates the magnitude of the project.
This plant is located in Hungry Hollow east of Mountainview Road and is a Halton Regional facility.
Most Georgetown residents will not be aware of its location since it is hidden from view but those living near the edge of the valley, particularly on the south side are occasionally reminded of its existence.
This is the treatment facility for all of the sewage generated in Georgetown and was originally constructed in 1959. There are currently 2 digesters at the plant but they do not provide enough capacity to match the rest of the processes at the plant. This upgrade is necessary to meet the demand of Georgetown within our current urban boundaries. It is not sufficient for an expanded Georgetown that is theoretically planned to begin in 2021.
In addition to this third digester there will also be a new service building that is expected to reduce odour impacts on the neighbours as it will enclose part of the operation.
Residents are asked to report odour complaints by calling 311.
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