Overview
Crescent Head wastewater treatment plant in New South Wales, Australia, serves approximately 1,558 people with secondary treatment. Located within 10 km of the coast, it discharges treated effluent into the local environment.
Crescent Head wastewater treatment plant is located in Crescent Head, a coastal town in the Kempsey Shire Council area of New South Wales, Australia. The plant serves a small population of around 1,558 residents, providing essential wastewater management for this seaside community. The plant operates at a secondary treatment level, which is appropriate for its scale and coastal location. As a facility in New South Wales, it is regulated under the state's environmental protection framework, which sets discharge standards to safeguard water quality. The plant's discharge volume is approximately 403.22 megaliters per year, reflecting the demands of a small coastal population. The treated effluent is discharged into the local environment, likely via a nearby waterway or directly to the ocean, given the plant's proximity to the coast. This discharge supports the health of downstream ecosystems, including coastal waters that are important for marine life and recreational activities. The plant plays a key role in protecting the local watershed from untreated sewage contamination.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the coastal waters of the Tasman Sea, which are part of the broader Pacific Ocean. This area supports diverse marine ecosystems, including fish, crustaceans, and seabirds. The plant's secondary treatment helps reduce nutrient and pathogen loads, protecting water quality for swimming and fishing. The local watershed includes small creeks and estuaries that drain into the ocean, making effective treatment crucial for maintaining ecological balance.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located on Belmore Street in Crescent Head, New South Wales, Australia, within the Kempsey Shire Council area.
The plant serves approximately 1,558 residents of Crescent Head and surrounding areas.
The plant discharges treated effluent into the local environment, likely via a nearby waterway or directly to the ocean, given its coastal location within 10 km of the coast.
The plant provides secondary treatment, which is standard for small coastal communities in Australia to reduce pollutants before discharge.
The plant operates under New South Wales environmental regulations, which set discharge standards to protect water quality. For small coastal plants, secondary treatment is typically required to minimize impacts on marine ecosystems.
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