Overview
Ouyen wastewater treatment plant serves the small community of Ouyen, Victoria, Australia. It provides secondary treatment and discharges 194.40 megalitres annually.
Ouyen wastewater treatment plant is located in the small rural town of Ouyen, Victoria, Australia. It serves a population of approximately 751 residents, classifying it as a small-scale facility under Australian wastewater management standards. The plant operates with secondary treatment, which is appropriate for its size and inland location. As a facility in Victoria, it is regulated under the state's Environment Protection Act and must comply with discharge limits set by the Environment Protection Authority Victoria (EPA Victoria). The treated effluent is discharged into the local environment, contributing to the Murray-Darling Basin system. The plant plays a key role in protecting local waterways and groundwater from untreated sewage, supporting the ecological health of the region's semi-arid landscape.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Murray-Darling Basin, Australia's largest river system, which ultimately flows into the Southern Ocean via the Murray Mouth. The local watershed supports diverse aquatic life and is an important agricultural region. Protecting water quality in this basin is critical for downstream ecosystems and irrigation uses.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located on Vine Lane in Ouyen, within the Rural City of Mildura, Victoria, Australia.
The plant serves approximately 751 residents of Ouyen and surrounding areas.
The plant provides secondary treatment, which is the standard level for small inland communities in Australia.
The plant operates under Victoria's Environment Protection Act and is regulated by EPA Victoria, which sets discharge limits to protect the Murray-Darling Basin.
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