Overview
Cooroy wastewater treatment plant in Queensland, Australia serves approximately 16,630 people. It is an operational facility located near the coast, discharging treated effluent into local waterways.
The Cooroy wastewater treatment plant is located in the town of Cooroy, within the Noosa Shire of Queensland, Australia. The facility serves a population of around 16,630 residents, making it a medium-sized agglomeration for the region. It is situated near the coast, within 50 kilometers of the shoreline, which influences its discharge requirements and environmental management. As an operational plant, Cooroy is subject to Queensland's environmental regulations and the national water quality guidelines. Plants of this scale in Australia typically employ secondary treatment with nutrient removal to protect sensitive coastal ecosystems. The designed capacity is 1.00 million liters per day, indicating the facility's ability to handle the community's wastewater load. The treated effluent from the plant is discharged into local waterways that eventually flow into the Pacific Ocean. The receiving environment includes the Noosa River system and the Great Sandy Strait, which support diverse aquatic life and are important for recreation and tourism. The plant plays a key role in maintaining water quality in this ecologically sensitive coastal area.
Environmental context
The Cooroy plant discharges into the Noosa River catchment, which drains into the Great Sandy Strait and ultimately the Pacific Ocean. This region supports seagrass meadows, mangroves, and fish habitats, making nutrient management critical to prevent algal blooms and protect marine biodiversity.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located on Jarrah Street in Cooroy, within the Noosa Shire of Queensland, Australia.
The plant serves approximately 16,630 residents in the Cooroy area.
Treated effluent is discharged into local waterways that flow into the Noosa River system and eventually the Pacific Ocean.
The plant operates under Queensland's environmental protection laws and Australia's National Water Quality Management Strategy, which set standards for effluent quality to protect coastal ecosystems.
Plants of this scale in Australia typically use secondary treatment with nutrient removal, such as activated sludge or lagoon systems, to meet discharge standards for sensitive coastal environments.
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