Overview
Myrtleford wastewater treatment plant serves the town of Myrtleford in Victoria, Australia. It is an operational facility treating wastewater from a population of approximately 4,368.
The Myrtleford wastewater treatment plant is located in the Alpine Shire of Victoria, Australia, serving the town of Myrtleford and surrounding areas. The plant treats wastewater from a population of about 4,368, reflecting its role as a small-scale municipal facility in a rural setting. As an Australian plant, it operates under the national regulatory framework administered by the Environment Protection Authority Victoria (EPA Victoria). For small agglomerations like Myrtleford, secondary treatment is typically required to meet water quality standards before discharge. The plant's operational status indicates it is actively managing local wastewater. The treated effluent is discharged into the local catchment, which ultimately drains into the Ovens River, a tributary of the Murray River. The Murray-Darling Basin is one of Australia's most significant river systems, supporting agriculture, ecosystems, and communities. The plant's operations contribute to protecting water quality in this sensitive basin.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Ovens River catchment, which flows into the Murray River, part of the Murray-Darling Basin. This basin is ecologically significant, supporting diverse aquatic life and migratory bird species. The region's alpine and agricultural landscapes require careful water management to maintain downstream water quality and ecosystem health.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located on Munro Lane in Gapsted, near Myrtleford, in the Alpine Shire of Victoria, Australia.
The plant serves approximately 4,368 people in the Myrtleford area.
Treated effluent is discharged into the local catchment, which flows into the Ovens River, a tributary of the Murray River in the Murray-Darling Basin.
The plant operates under Victorian environmental regulations enforced by the Environment Protection Authority Victoria (EPA Victoria), which sets discharge standards for wastewater treatment plants.
For small agglomerations in Australia, secondary treatment is typically required to reduce organic matter and suspended solids before discharge, in line with national water quality guidelines.
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