Overview
Clermont wastewater treatment plant in Queensland, Australia, serves approximately 2,688 people with secondary treatment. It discharges treated effluent into local waterways, supporting the region's water quality management.
Clermont wastewater treatment plant is located on Rubyvale Road in Clermont, Queensland, Australia. It serves a small population of around 2,688 residents, typical of a rural inland community. The plant is operated as part of the municipal wastewater infrastructure for the Isaac Regional Council area. The plant provides secondary treatment, which is the standard level required under Australian wastewater regulations for inland communities of this size. Secondary treatment removes organic matter and suspended solids, producing effluent suitable for discharge into receiving waters. The plant's discharge volume is approximately 695.57 megaliters per year. The treated effluent is discharged into local waterways that eventually drain into the Fitzroy River basin, which flows into the Coral Sea. The plant plays a key role in protecting downstream aquatic ecosystems, including the Fitzroy River, which supports diverse fish species and is an important water source for agriculture in the region.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into local creeks that are part of the Fitzroy River catchment, one of Queensland's largest river systems. The Fitzroy River flows into the Coral Sea near Rockhampton, supporting estuarine and marine habitats. The region's semi-arid climate means water quality is critical for maintaining ecological health, particularly during dry periods when dilution is limited.
Frequently asked questions
The Clermont wastewater treatment plant is located on Rubyvale Road in Clermont, Queensland, Australia, within the Isaac Regional Council area.
The plant serves approximately 2,688 people, making it a small-scale municipal facility typical of rural inland communities in Queensland.
The plant uses secondary treatment, which involves biological processes to remove organic matter and suspended solids, producing effluent suitable for discharge into local waterways.
The plant discharges into local creeks that are part of the Fitzroy River catchment, ultimately flowing into the Coral Sea. It helps protect the Fitzroy River ecosystem and downstream marine environments.
The plant operates under Queensland's Environmental Protection Act and the Australian wastewater guidelines, which mandate secondary treatment for inland communities of this size to protect water quality.
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