Overview
Hamley Bridge wastewater treatment plant in South Australia serves 1,216 people with secondary treatment, discharging 314.63 ML annually into the local watershed.
Hamley Bridge wastewater treatment plant is located in the town of Hamley Bridge, South Australia, within the Light Regional Council area. The facility serves a population of approximately 1,216 residents and operates under secondary treatment standards, which is appropriate for a small inland community. The plant treats wastewater to secondary level, meeting Australian regulatory requirements for inland discharge. With a discharge volume of 314.63 megalitres per year, the facility manages the community's wastewater effectively. As a small agglomeration, it operates under state and national guidelines for wastewater management. The treated effluent is discharged into the local environment, contributing to the health of the Light River catchment. This waterway eventually flows into the Gulf St Vincent, supporting aquatic ecosystems along the way. The plant plays a key role in protecting downstream water quality and biodiversity.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Light River catchment, which flows into the Gulf St Vincent via the Wakefield River system. This coastal gulf supports diverse marine life, including seagrass meadows and fish nurseries. The secondary treatment ensures that nutrient loads are reduced to protect downstream ecosystems from eutrophication.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located on Linke Road in Hamley Bridge, within the Light Regional Council area of South Australia, Australia.
The plant serves a population of 1,216 people in the Hamley Bridge community.
The plant discharges treated effluent into the local Light River catchment, which eventually flows into the Gulf St Vincent.
The plant provides secondary treatment, which is standard for small inland communities in Australia to protect water quality.
The plant operates under Australian state and national wastewater regulations, including the Environment Protection Act and guidelines from the South Australian EPA.
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