Windsor Utilities Commission (WUC) Marks End of an Era in Windsor’s Water Treatment History

Historic Water Treatment Plant to Make Way for Future Growth

Windsor, ON: The Windsor Utilities Commission (WUC) has begun the decommissioning of its venerable Water Treatment Plant at 3665 Wyandotte Street East. This facility, a silent sentinel of public health, quenched the thirst of Windsor residents for an impressive 88 years, from 1924 until its closure in 2012, serving generations of residents.

Built by the Border Cities Utility Commission, the plant witnessed the creation of WUC itself in 1935, when the municipalities of Windsor, Walkerville, East Windsor, and Sandwich merged into a single municipality. In 1994, a more advanced facility rose next door, gradually reducing reliance on its predecessor.

Beyond its role as a water purification powerhouse, the plant served as a living classroom, welcoming curious visitors on guided tours and playing a starring role in the popular "Doors Open Windsor" events in 2010 and 2022.

To preserve its rich legacy, WUC has carefully salvaged significant artifacts from the old plant. These historical treasures will find a new home at the current Albert H. Weeks Water Treatment Plant, ensuring that future generations can appreciate the evolution of Windsor’s water treatment technology.

As the walls of the old plant come down, they make way for green space with potential for future expansion. This transformation is a symbol of WUC's commitment to progress and efficiency.

The decommissioning project, which commenced this week, marks a pivotal moment in WUC's ongoing efforts to modernize infrastructure and optimize operations. By retiring this legacy facility, WUC reaffirms its dedication to providing Windsor residents with safe, reliable, and efficient water services—essential to life—for generations to come.