Overview
Moulamein wastewater treatment plant in New South Wales, Australia, serves a small population of 413 with secondary treatment. It discharges treated effluent into the local environment, supporting the Murray-Darling Basin.
Moulamein wastewater treatment plant is located in the town of Moulamein, New South Wales, Australia, within the Murray River Council area. It serves a small population of approximately 413 residents, reflecting the rural character of the region. The plant provides secondary treatment, which is appropriate for its scale and typical for small communities in Australia. As an operational facility, it manages an average daily discharge volume of around 107 kiloliters, ensuring compliance with state environmental regulations. The treated effluent is released into the local watershed, which ultimately drains into the Murray River system, part of the larger Murray-Darling Basin. This basin is ecologically significant, supporting diverse aquatic life and agricultural activities downstream.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Murray-Darling Basin, Australia's largest river system, which flows into the Southern Ocean via the Murray Mouth. The basin supports critical habitats for native fish species and waterbirds, and its health is vital for regional agriculture and ecosystems. The plant's secondary treatment helps reduce nutrient loads to protect downstream water quality.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located on Tchelery Road in Moulamein, New South Wales, Australia, within the Murray River Council area.
The plant serves a small population of approximately 413 residents in the town of Moulamein.
The plant discharges treated effluent into the local watershed, which flows into the Murray River system, part of the Murray-Darling Basin.
The plant provides secondary treatment, which is standard for small communities in Australia and helps reduce organic matter and nutrients.
The plant operates under New South Wales state regulations and the national guidelines for wastewater management, ensuring environmental protection for the Murray-Darling Basin.
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