The City of Timmins, Environmental Services Department wishes to advise the public of Mattagami Water Pollution Control Plant Raw Overflow Report
Address: 551 Airport Road
Start date: July 28, 2025
Start time: 5:44 AM
End date: July 28, 2025
End time: 6:44 AM
Volume by-passed: 948.255 m3
Municipal wastewater consists of 99% water from stormwater and homes/businesses from washing, flushing etc. When a treatment plant or treatment process is overwhelmed, a bypass or overflow can occur. These events are often caused by heavy rainfall and/or snowmelt. During a by-pass or overflow, partially treated wastewater is diverted away from a treatment process to prevent backups, overflows or damage to the system.
Residents can help by conserving water by delaying or limiting unnecessary usage such as laundry, shower length, dishwashing during rain storms and keeping our pipes clear – no wipes in the pipes!
To learn more about how the system works and what actions you can take please visit: https://www.timmins.ca/cms/one.aspx?portalId=11976429&pageId=20229538
City staff would like to thank residents for their assistance in reducing water usage during this time.