Overview
Biggenden wastewater treatment plant in Queensland, Australia, serves a small population of 1,129 with secondary treatment. The plant discharges treated wastewater into local waterways, supporting the Burnett River catchment.
Biggenden wastewater treatment plant is located in the town of Biggenden, Queensland, Australia, within the North Burnett Regional area. It serves a small population of approximately 1,129 residents, typical of a rural community. The plant is operational and provides secondary treatment, which is standard for small agglomerations in Australia. Under Australian regulatory frameworks, wastewater treatment plants are managed by state and local authorities. For a plant of this scale, secondary treatment is appropriate to reduce organic matter and suspended solids before discharge. The plant's discharge volume is recorded at 292.05 megaliters per year, indicating consistent operation. The treated effluent is discharged into the local environment, contributing to the Burnett River catchment. This river system flows into the Coral Sea, supporting diverse aquatic life and agricultural activities in the region. The plant's location inland, more than 50 km from the coast, reduces direct marine impact.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Burnett River catchment, which flows into the Coral Sea. This region supports a variety of freshwater and estuarine species, including fish and waterbirds. The catchment is also used for irrigation and recreation, making water quality management important for both ecological and human uses.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Biggenden, Queensland, Australia, near the Biggenden Golf Club on Alice Street, within the North Burnett Regional area.
The plant serves a small population of 1,129 residents, typical of a rural town in Queensland.
The plant discharges treated effluent into the local Burnett River catchment, which eventually flows into the Coral Sea.
The plant provides secondary treatment, which removes organic matter and suspended solids, meeting Australian standards for small communities.
The plant operates under Queensland state regulations and Australian guidelines, which require secondary treatment for small agglomerations to protect water quality in receiving environments.
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