Overview
Collinsville wastewater treatment plant in Queensland, Australia, serves approximately 1,989 people with secondary treatment. The plant discharges 514.67 megaliters of treated wastewater annually.
Collinsville wastewater treatment plant is located in Collinsville, Queensland, Australia, serving a population of about 1,989. The facility is situated inland, away from the coast, and operates under Australian wastewater regulations. The plant provides secondary treatment, which is standard for small communities in Australia. It discharges approximately 514.67 megaliters of treated wastewater per year. As a secondary treatment plant, it effectively removes organic matter and solids before discharge. The treated effluent is released into local waterways, contributing to the regional water cycle. The plant plays a key role in protecting downstream environments, including the nearby Bowen River basin, which eventually drains into the Coral Sea. Proper treatment helps maintain water quality for aquatic ecosystems and downstream users.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into local waterways that flow into the Bowen River system, part of the larger Burdekin River catchment. This catchment supports diverse aquatic life and is important for agriculture and ecosystems in northern Queensland. The treated effluent must meet Australian water quality guidelines to protect downstream environments, including the Great Barrier Reef lagoon, which is sensitive to nutrient and sediment inputs.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located at the Waste Transfer Station on Cemetery Road in Collinsville, Queensland, Australia, within the Whitsunday Regional area.
The plant serves approximately 1,989 people, making it a small-scale municipal wastewater facility.
The plant uses secondary treatment, which involves biological processes to break down organic matter and remove solids, producing treated effluent for discharge.
The plant discharges about 514.67 megaliters of treated wastewater annually into local waterways.
The plant operates under Australian state and federal guidelines, including the National Water Quality Management Strategy, which sets standards for treatment and discharge to protect environmental and public health.
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