Overview
Harrington wastewater treatment plant in New South Wales, Australia, serves 3,559 people with advanced treatment. It discharges treated effluent near the coast, supporting local water quality.
Harrington wastewater treatment plant is located in the town of Harrington, New South Wales, Australia, within the Mid-Coast Council area. The facility serves a population of approximately 3,559 residents and operates under advanced treatment processes, ensuring high-quality effluent before discharge. As an advanced treatment plant, it goes beyond secondary treatment to remove nutrients and other contaminants, meeting stringent Australian water quality standards. The plant is operational and discharges an average of 920.88 megaliters per year, reflecting its role in managing municipal wastewater for this coastal community. The plant's discharge ultimately reaches the Tasman Sea via local waterways, contributing to the protection of downstream ecosystems. Its coastal location necessitates careful management to safeguard marine environments, including nearby estuaries and beaches that support diverse aquatic life and recreational activities.
Environmental context
The plant discharges treated wastewater into local waterways that flow to the Tasman Sea, part of the South Pacific Ocean. The coastal environment supports diverse marine life, including fish, crustaceans, and migratory birds. The advanced treatment helps minimize nutrient loading and protect water quality in nearby estuaries and beaches, which are ecologically sensitive and important for local biodiversity.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located at Boambee Street, Harrington, New South Wales, 2427, Australia, within the Mid-Coast Council area.
The plant serves approximately 3,559 residents in the Harrington area.
The plant uses advanced treatment processes and discharges treated effluent into local waterways that flow to the Tasman Sea.
The plant provides advanced treatment, which includes nutrient removal and disinfection, exceeding secondary treatment standards.
The plant operates under the Australian National Water Quality Management Strategy and state-level regulations from the New South Wales Environment Protection Authority, which set discharge limits to protect receiving waters.
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