Overview
Eneabba wastewater treatment plant in Western Australia serves a small population of 143 with secondary treatment. It discharges treated effluent inland, contributing to local water management in the Shire of Carnamah.
Eneabba wastewater treatment plant is located along Brand Highway in the small town of Eneabba, within the Shire of Carnamah, Western Australia. The facility serves a population of 143 and operates under secondary treatment standards, reflecting its role in managing wastewater for a remote rural community. The plant's secondary treatment process meets the typical requirements for small-scale Australian facilities, which are regulated under state and national guidelines. The plant's discharge volume of 36.99 units indicates consistent operation. Australian wastewater treatment standards for such communities focus on protecting local water resources and public health. The treated effluent is discharged into the local environment, likely infiltrating into groundwater or flowing into nearby ephemeral streams. The region's dry climate and inland location mean that water quality management is crucial for sustaining local ecosystems and agricultural activities. The plant supports the area's environmental health by reducing pollutant loads before discharge.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the local watershed within the Shire of Carnamah, an inland area in Western Australia. The treated effluent likely percolates into groundwater or flows into seasonal watercourses that eventually drain to the Indian Ocean via the Irwin River system. This region supports semi-arid ecosystems and agricultural land, making careful water management essential to prevent nutrient enrichment and maintain water quality for native flora and fauna.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located on Brand Highway in Eneabba, within the Shire of Carnamah, Western Australia, Australia.
The plant serves a small population of 143 people in the Eneabba area.
The plant discharges treated effluent into the local environment, likely through groundwater infiltration or into nearby ephemeral streams, as it is an inland facility.
The plant provides secondary treatment, which is standard for small communities in Australia and effectively reduces organic matter and suspended solids.
The plant operates under Australian state and national guidelines, which require appropriate treatment levels based on population and discharge location. For small inland plants, secondary treatment is typical to protect local water resources.
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