Overview
Mount Compass wastewater treatment plant in South Australia serves 2,138 people with secondary treatment. The plant discharges treated effluent into local waterways, supporting the region's environmental health.
Mount Compass wastewater treatment plant is located in the town of Mount Compass, South Australia, within the Alexandrina Council area. The facility serves a population of approximately 2,138 residents and operates under secondary treatment standards, ensuring effective removal of organic matter and suspended solids. The plant's treatment process is designed to meet Australian regulatory requirements for wastewater management. The facility handles an average discharge volume of 553.22 megaliters per year, reflecting its role in serving a small rural community. Australian wastewater treatment plants are regulated under state and national guidelines, with secondary treatment being standard for inland facilities. The treated effluent from Mount Compass plant is discharged into local waterways that eventually flow into the Southern Ocean. The plant plays a crucial role in protecting the region's water quality and aquatic ecosystems, particularly in the context of South Australia's sensitive coastal environments.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into local creeks that drain into the Southern Ocean via the Fleurieu Peninsula's coastal waters. This region supports diverse aquatic life and is important for migratory birds. The secondary treatment helps reduce nutrient loads, protecting downstream estuarine and marine habitats from eutrophication.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located on Sandmine Road in Mount Compass, South Australia, within the Alexandrina Council area.
The plant serves approximately 2,138 residents of Mount Compass and surrounding areas.
The treated effluent is discharged into local waterways that flow toward the Southern Ocean, supporting the region's water cycle.
The plant provides secondary treatment, which is standard for inland Australian facilities of this scale.
The plant operates under South Australian environmental protection laws, which require secondary treatment for inland discharges to protect water quality.
Nearby plants