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Smithville Trunk Sewer Upgrade Environmental Assessment

To support growth and determine the preferred sewer alignment.

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Location

West Lincoln

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Status

Planning and design

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Timeline

May 2026 - Spring 2027

Project overview

Niagara Region is carrying out a Municipal Class Environmental Assessment to identify the preferred Smithville sewer alignment. The sewer will carry flows from Smithville to the Baker Road Wastewater Treatment Plant.

This study will:

  • Examine the capacity and size needed for the proposed Smithville sewer to support growth in West Lincoln and Grimsby
  • Define the problems and opportunities with the site
  • Develop and evaluate alternative strategies
  • Determine the most feasible solution
  • Identify methods to avoid or minimize impacts on the community and natural environment
May 2026
Notice of commencement
Spring 2026
Background review and field investigations
Summer / Fall 2026
Identification and evaluation of alternatives
Winter 2026
Public Information Centre
Spring 2027
Project file report and notice of study completion

Darynne Hagen, P.Eng.
Project Manager, Water and Wastewater Engineering
Niagara Region
365-855-3581
Email Darynne Hagen

Matt Fisher, P.Eng.
GEI Consultants
Project Manager
416-312-2858
mfisher@geiconsultants.com