Overview
Dumbleyung wastewater treatment plant in Western Australia serves a small community of 336 people with secondary treatment. The plant discharges treated effluent into the local environment, supporting the region's water management.
Dumbleyung wastewater treatment plant is located on Bahr Road in the Shire of Dumbleyung, Western Australia, serving a population of approximately 336 residents. As a small-scale municipal facility, it plays a key role in managing wastewater for this rural community in the Wheatbelt region. The plant provides secondary treatment, which is the standard biological treatment process for removing organic matter and suspended solids. The plant operates under Australia's regulatory framework, which requires appropriate treatment levels based on population and environmental sensitivity. Treated wastewater from the plant is discharged into the local environment, contributing to the water cycle in the region. The plant helps protect downstream water bodies, including the nearby Lake Dumbleyung, a seasonal salt lake that supports local wildlife and is part of the broader Avon River catchment.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the local environment within the Avon River catchment, which ultimately drains to the Swan River and the Indian Ocean near Perth. The region's semi-arid climate means water resources are limited, making the plant's role in water recycling and protection of seasonal wetlands like Lake Dumbleyung important for local biodiversity and ecosystem health.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located on Bahr Road in Dumbleyung, within the Shire of Dumbleyung, Western Australia, Australia.
The plant serves approximately 336 people, reflecting its role as a small municipal facility for the rural community.
The plant discharges treated effluent into the local environment, contributing to the water cycle in the Avon River catchment and supporting seasonal wetlands like Lake Dumbleyung.
The plant provides secondary treatment, which is the standard biological process for removing organic matter and suspended solids, meeting typical requirements for small communities in Australia.
The plant operates under Australian state and federal regulations, including the National Water Quality Management Strategy, which sets guidelines for wastewater treatment and discharge to protect environmental and public health.
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