Overview
Meckering wastewater treatment plant in Western Australia serves a small population of 323 with secondary treatment. It discharges 83.50 megalitres annually, supporting the local community's sanitation needs.
Meckering wastewater treatment plant is located in the small town of Meckering, Western Australia, along Great Eastern Highway. It serves a population of approximately 323 residents, making it a small-scale facility typical of rural Australian communities. The plant is operated as part of the Shire of Cunderdin's municipal infrastructure. The plant provides secondary treatment, which is the standard level required under Australian wastewater regulations for inland facilities of this size. Secondary treatment effectively removes organic matter and suspended solids, ensuring the effluent meets environmental guidelines before discharge. The plant processes an annual wastewater discharge volume of 83.50 megalitres. The treated effluent is discharged into the local environment, likely contributing to the Avon River catchment, which flows into the Swan River and eventually the Indian Ocean. The plant plays a crucial role in protecting the region's waterways from untreated sewage, supporting both public health and the ecological health of the surrounding agricultural landscape.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Avon River catchment, part of the Swan River system that drains to the Indian Ocean at Fremantle. This watershed supports diverse aquatic life and is important for regional agriculture. The secondary treatment ensures that nutrient and pathogen levels are reduced, protecting downstream ecosystems from eutrophication and contamination.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located on Great Eastern Highway in Meckering, Western Australia, within the Shire of Cunderdin.
The plant serves approximately 323 residents, typical of a small rural community in Western Australia.
The plant provides secondary treatment, which is the standard required for inland facilities under Australian regulations.
Australian wastewater treatment is governed by state and national guidelines, including the National Water Quality Management Strategy. Small plants like Meckering must meet discharge standards to protect receiving waters.
The plant discharges approximately 83.50 megalitres of treated wastewater annually.
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