Overview
Eli Creek wastewater treatment plant serves Hervey Bay, Queensland, Australia, treating wastewater for approximately 23,152 people. The plant is operational and located near the coast in the Fraser Coast region.
Eli Creek wastewater treatment plant is located in Hervey Bay, Queensland, Australia, serving the local community of Eli Waters and surrounding areas. The plant treats wastewater for a population of approximately 23,152 people, operating as part of the region's municipal wastewater infrastructure. As an Australian plant, it operates under the national regulatory framework managed by the Queensland Department of Environment and Science. For a plant serving a medium-sized agglomeration, secondary treatment is typically required, with potential for nutrient removal to protect sensitive coastal environments. The plant discharges treated effluent into the local catchment, which ultimately drains into the Great Sandy Strait and the Coral Sea. This coastal environment supports diverse marine life, including seagrass meadows and migratory species, making effective wastewater treatment crucial for ecosystem health.
Environmental context
The plant's treated effluent flows into the Great Sandy Strait, a large tidal channel between mainland Queensland and Fraser Island, before reaching the Coral Sea. This area is ecologically sensitive, supporting seagrass beds, mangroves, and important fisheries. Nutrient management is critical to prevent algal blooms and protect marine biodiversity in this coastal zone.
Frequently asked questions
Eli Creek wastewater treatment plant is located at Hythe Street, Eli Waters, in Hervey Bay, Queensland, Australia. It serves the Hervey Bay area within the Fraser Coast Regional Council.
The plant serves approximately 23,152 people, making it a medium-sized wastewater treatment facility for the Hervey Bay region.
The plant discharges treated effluent into the local catchment, which flows into the Great Sandy Strait and ultimately the Coral Sea. The discharge is managed to protect the sensitive coastal environment.
The plant operates under Queensland's Environmental Protection Act and the national Water Quality Management Framework. Discharge permits are issued by the Queensland Department of Environment and Science, with requirements for treatment levels appropriate to coastal discharge.
For a plant of this size in Australia, secondary treatment is standard, often with additional nutrient removal to protect receiving waters. The specific process depends on local environmental requirements and the sensitivity of the discharge location.
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