Kingston SE Wastewater Treatment Plant - Coastal South Australia

Kingston SE wastewater treatment plant is located in the coastal town of Kingston SE, South Australia, and serves a population of around 1,763 residents. The facility is operated as part of the municipal wastewater infrastructure for the Kingston District Council area. The plant provides secondary treatment, which is a standard biological process that removes organic matter and suspended solids. Secondary treatment meets the typical requirements for small coastal communities in Australia under state and national water quality guidelines. The plant discharges approximately 456.12 megaliters of treated wastewater annually. The treated effluent is discharged into the local environment, likely reaching the Southern Ocean via nearby coastal waters. The area supports diverse marine life and is part of the broader Coorong and Lakes Alexandrina and Albert region, an ecologically significant wetland system. The plant's coastal location means its discharge must comply with strict environmental standards to protect marine ecosystems.

The plant discharges into the coastal waters of the Southern Ocean near Kingston SE. This area is part of the Coorong and Lakes Alexandrina and Albert region, a large estuarine and lagoon system that provides critical habitat for migratory birds and aquatic species. The discharge must be carefully managed to avoid nutrient enrichment and protect the sensitive coastal environment.