Overview
Robe Wastewater Treatment Plant is a secondary treatment facility in Robe, South Australia, serving a population of 1,127. It discharges treated wastewater near the coast, supporting local environmental health.
Robe Wastewater Treatment Plant is located on Evans Cave Road in Robe, South Australia, within the District Council of Robe. The plant serves a small coastal community of approximately 1,127 people, providing essential wastewater treatment for the town. The facility operates at a secondary treatment level, which is appropriate for a small agglomeration under Australian regulatory standards. Secondary treatment typically involves biological processes to reduce organic matter and suspended solids, ensuring effluent quality meets environmental guidelines before discharge. The plant's treated effluent is discharged into the local environment, with the receiving water body being near the coast. This discharge contributes to the health of nearby marine ecosystems, supporting biodiversity in the region. The plant plays a key role in protecting the pristine coastal waters of South Australia.
Environmental context
The plant discharges treated wastewater near the coast of South Australia, ultimately flowing into the Southern Ocean. The local watershed includes small coastal streams and groundwater systems that support diverse aquatic life. The area is ecologically sensitive due to its proximity to marine habitats, including seagrass meadows and rocky reefs that provide nursery grounds for fish and invertebrates.
Frequently asked questions
Robe Wastewater Treatment Plant is located on Evans Cave Road in Robe, South Australia, within the District Council of Robe.
The plant serves a population of 1,127 people in the coastal town of Robe.
The plant discharges treated effluent into the local environment near the coast, ultimately reaching the Southern Ocean.
Robe WWTP provides secondary treatment, which is standard for small communities in Australia and typically involves biological processes to reduce pollutants.
The plant operates under Australian state and national guidelines, including the National Water Quality Management Strategy, which sets standards for effluent quality to protect receiving waters.
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