Overview
Kaniva North wastewater treatment plant in Kaniva, Victoria, Australia, serves a small population of 267 with secondary treatment. It discharges approximately 69.04 megaliters per year.
Kaniva North wastewater treatment plant is located on Broughton Road in Kaniva, within the Shire of West Wimmera, Victoria, Australia. This small-scale facility serves a population of 267 residents, reflecting the rural character of the region. The plant provides secondary treatment, a standard level for small communities in Australia. The plant operates under Victoria's state environmental regulations, which require appropriate treatment to protect local waterways. The treated effluent is discharged into the local environment, contributing to the water balance of the Wimmera River catchment. The region's semi-arid climate means that water resources are precious, and the plant plays a role in maintaining downstream water quality and supporting agricultural and ecological needs.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Wimmera River catchment, which ultimately drains into the Murray-Darling Basin, Australia's largest river system. The downstream environment supports diverse aquatic life and is important for irrigation and regional biodiversity. The semi-arid climate makes water quality management critical for sustaining ecological health and agricultural productivity.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located on Broughton Road in Kaniva, within the Shire of West Wimmera, Victoria, Australia.
The plant serves a population of 267 residents in the Kaniva area.
The plant provides secondary treatment and discharges treated effluent into the local environment, contributing to the Wimmera River catchment.
The plant operates under Victoria's state environmental regulations, which set standards for wastewater treatment and discharge to protect water quality in the Murray-Darling Basin.
Small communities in Australia often use secondary treatment systems, such as aerated lagoons or activated sludge, to meet state environmental requirements for effluent quality.
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