Overview
Meningie Wastewater Treatment Plant in South Australia serves approximately 1,110 people with secondary treatment. Located near the Coorong, it discharges treated effluent into the local environment.
The Meningie Wastewater Treatment Plant is a municipal facility located on Fiebig Road in Meningie, South Australia, within the Coorong District Council area. It serves a small population of around 1,110 residents, reflecting the rural character of the region. The plant provides secondary treatment, which is appropriate for a community of this size under Australian wastewater management standards. The plant operates under state and national regulations that ensure treated effluent meets environmental protection criteria. The treated wastewater is discharged into the local environment near the Coorong, a unique coastal lagoon system of ecological significance. The Coorong connects to the Murray River estuary and the Southern Ocean, supporting diverse aquatic life and migratory birds. The plant's proximity to this sensitive ecosystem underscores the importance of its treatment processes.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Coorong region, a coastal lagoon system that forms part of the Murray-Darling Basin's terminal wetlands. The Coorong is ecologically sensitive, supporting diverse birdlife and fish species. Treated effluent enters this environment, ultimately connecting to the Southern Ocean via the Murray Mouth. The area is a critical habitat for migratory waders and native aquatic species.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located on Fiebig Road in Meningie, South Australia, within the Coorong District Council area.
The plant serves approximately 1,110 residents, reflecting the small rural community of Meningie.
The plant provides secondary treatment, which is standard for small communities under Australian wastewater regulations.
Treated effluent is discharged into the local environment near the Coorong, a coastal lagoon system connected to the Southern Ocean.
The plant operates under South Australian and Australian national wastewater standards, which require secondary treatment and environmental monitoring for discharges into sensitive areas like the Coorong.
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