Overview
Adelaide River wastewater treatment plant is a secondary treatment facility serving 419 people in Coomalie Shire, Northern Territory, Australia. It discharges 108.37 megalitres of treated wastewater annually.
The Adelaide River wastewater treatment plant is a secondary treatment facility located in the town of Adelaide River, within Coomalie Shire, Northern Territory, Australia. It serves a small population of 419 residents, reflecting the rural and remote character of the region. As a secondary treatment plant, it provides biological treatment to reduce organic matter and suspended solids, meeting the standard requirements for municipal wastewater in Australia. The plant operates under the regulatory framework of the Northern Territory Environment Protection Authority, which sets discharge limits to protect local water quality. The treated wastewater is discharged into the local environment, likely contributing to the Adelaide River catchment. The Adelaide River flows into the Timor Sea via the Van Diemen Gulf, supporting diverse aquatic ecosystems including mangrove forests and estuarine habitats. The plant's small scale and inland location reduce its direct impact on coastal marine environments.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Adelaide River catchment, which flows northward through the Northern Territory and empties into the Timor Sea via the Van Diemen Gulf. This river system supports a variety of freshwater and estuarine species, including barramundi and migratory waterbirds. The surrounding floodplains and wetlands provide important habitat during the wet season, and the downstream estuarine zone is ecologically sensitive due to its role as a nursery for marine life.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Adelaide River, a small town in Coomalie Shire, Northern Territory, Australia. Its address is Adelaide River, Coomalie Shire, Northern Territory, 0846.
The plant serves a population of 419 people, reflecting the small, rural community of Adelaide River.
The plant provides secondary treatment, which involves biological processes to break down organic matter and reduce suspended solids before discharge.
Wastewater treatment in the Northern Territory is regulated by the Northern Territory Environment Protection Authority (NT EPA), which issues licenses with discharge limits to protect water quality and the environment.
For small communities like Adelaide River, secondary treatment is standard. This level of treatment effectively reduces pollutants and is appropriate for inland discharge into river systems.
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