Overview
Merrimac wastewater treatment plant serves Gold Coast City, Queensland, Australia, with a population of 186,698. It is located near the coast and operates under Australian wastewater regulations.
Merrimac wastewater treatment plant is a key municipal facility serving the Gold Coast City area in Queensland, Australia. Located at the Merrimac Waste and Recycling Centre on Boowaggan Road, it handles wastewater from a population of approximately 186,698 people, making it a large-scale treatment plant for the region. The plant operates under Australia's regulatory framework, which requires secondary treatment for coastal discharges to protect marine environments. The plant's capacity is designed to handle 1.00 million liters per day, and it is classified as operational. Treated effluent from the plant is discharged into local waterways that flow to the Pacific Ocean. The Gold Coast region is known for its sensitive coastal ecosystems, including estuaries and marine habitats that support diverse aquatic life. The plant plays a vital role in maintaining water quality in this popular tourist and residential area.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into waterways that drain to the Pacific Ocean via the Gold Coast's coastal estuaries and beaches. The region's marine environment supports diverse aquatic life, including fish, crustaceans, and migratory shorebirds. Protecting water quality is critical for maintaining healthy ecosystems and supporting the area's tourism and recreation industries.
Frequently asked questions
The Merrimac wastewater treatment plant is located at the Merrimac Waste and Recycling Centre on Boowaggan Road, Merrimac, Gold Coast City, Queensland, Australia.
The plant serves a population of approximately 186,698 people in the Gold Coast City area.
Treated wastewater from the Merrimac plant is discharged into local waterways that flow to the Pacific Ocean, supporting the region's coastal and marine ecosystems.
The plant operates under Australian national and state wastewater regulations, which require appropriate treatment levels to protect coastal waters and public health.
In Australia, large wastewater treatment plants serving populations over 100,000 typically employ secondary or advanced treatment to meet stringent environmental standards, especially for coastal discharges.
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