Overview
Coffs Harbour Sewage Treatment Plant serves approximately 27,867 people in New South Wales, Australia. The operational facility is located near the coast and discharges treated wastewater into the local watershed.
Coffs Harbour Sewage Treatment Plant is a municipal wastewater facility located in Coffs Harbour, New South Wales, Australia. The plant serves a population of around 27,867 and is situated near the coast, reflecting the region's coastal urban development. The plant operates under Australia's national water quality management framework, which includes state-level regulations such as the NSW Protection of the Environment Operations Act. The plant's treated effluent is discharged into the local catchment, which ultimately drains into the Tasman Sea. The surrounding environment supports diverse marine and coastal ecosystems, and the plant plays a key role in protecting water quality in the region.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Coffs Harbour coastal catchment, which flows into the Tasman Sea. This area supports sensitive marine habitats, including seagrass beds and rocky reefs, and is important for local fisheries and biodiversity. Proper wastewater treatment is essential to prevent nutrient enrichment and protect downstream ecosystems.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located at 2 Christmas Bells Road, Coffs Harbour, New South Wales, Australia.
The plant serves approximately 27,867 people in the Coffs Harbour area.
The plant discharges treated effluent into the local coastal catchment, which flows into the Tasman Sea.
The plant operates under Australian water quality regulations, including the NSW Protection of the Environment Operations Act, which sets discharge standards to protect the environment.
For a facility of this scale, secondary treatment is typically required to meet environmental standards, often involving biological processes to reduce organic matter and nutrients.
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