Overview
Eden Wastewater Treatment Plant in New South Wales, Australia, serves 3,643 people with advanced treatment. It discharges 942.63 megalitres annually near the coast, protecting local waterways.
Eden Wastewater Treatment Plant is located in the coastal town of Eden, within the Bega Valley Shire Council area of New South Wales, Australia. The plant serves a population of approximately 3,643 residents, providing advanced treatment to manage municipal wastewater effectively. The facility employs advanced treatment processes, ensuring high-quality effluent before discharge. With an annual discharge volume of 942.63 megalitres, the plant operates under Australia's regulatory framework, which includes state-based environment protection licenses and national water quality guidelines. These regulations mandate stringent treatment standards to safeguard environmental health. The treated effluent is discharged into the local environment near the coast, ultimately reaching the Tasman Sea. The plant plays a vital role in protecting the pristine coastal waters and marine ecosystems of the region, supporting biodiversity and recreational uses.
Environmental context
The plant discharges treated wastewater into the coastal waters of the Tasman Sea via local drainage. The area supports diverse marine life, including fish, invertebrates, and migratory species. Advanced treatment minimizes nutrient and pollutant loads, preserving water quality in this ecologically sensitive coastal zone.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Eden, New South Wales, Australia, within the Bega Valley Shire Council area, near the coast.
The plant serves approximately 3,643 residents in the Eden area.
The plant discharges treated effluent into the local coastal environment, ultimately reaching the Tasman Sea.
The plant provides advanced treatment, which includes processes beyond secondary treatment to remove nutrients and other pollutants.
The plant operates under New South Wales environment protection licenses and national water quality guidelines, which require advanced treatment for sensitive coastal discharges.
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