Overview
Mudgee Wastewater Treatment Plant serves the town of Mudgee, New South Wales, Australia. It is an operational facility that treats wastewater from a population of approximately 11,495.
The Mudgee Wastewater Treatment Plant is located in the Putta Bucca Wetlands on Putta Bucca Road, Mudgee, New South Wales, Australia. It serves a population of around 11,495 residents in the Mid-Western Regional Council area. The plant is operational and plays a key role in managing the region's wastewater. As a facility in New South Wales, the plant operates under the state's environmental protection regulations, which align with the Australian Water Quality Guidelines. For a population of this size, secondary treatment is typically required to meet discharge standards. It is expected to comply with relevant state and national standards. The treated effluent from the plant is discharged into the Putta Bucca Wetlands, which are part of the Cudgegong River catchment. The Cudgegong River flows into the Macquarie River, a major tributary of the Murray-Darling Basin. This basin is one of Australia's most significant river systems, supporting agriculture, ecosystems, and communities. The wetlands provide natural polishing and habitat for local wildlife.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Putta Bucca Wetlands, which are part of the Cudgegong River catchment. The Cudgegong River flows into the Macquarie River, a key tributary of the Murray-Darling Basin. This basin supports diverse aquatic life and is an important migratory corridor for waterbirds. The wetlands help improve water quality before it reaches downstream ecosystems.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located at Putta Bucca Wetlands, Putta Bucca Road, Mudgee, New South Wales, 2850, Australia.
The plant serves approximately 11,495 residents in the Mudgee area and the Mid-Western Regional Council.
Treated effluent is discharged into the Putta Bucca Wetlands, which are part of the Cudgegong River catchment.
The plant operates under New South Wales environmental regulations and the Australian Water Quality Guidelines, which set standards for wastewater treatment and discharge.
For a population of this size, secondary treatment is typically required to meet discharge standards, often followed by wetland polishing or other advanced processes.
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