Overview
Roebourne wastewater treatment plant in Western Australia provides secondary treatment for approximately 1,067 residents. Located within 10 km of the coast, it discharges treated effluent into the local environment.
Roebourne wastewater treatment plant serves the small town of Roebourne in Western Australia's Pilbara region, within the City of Karratha. The plant provides secondary treatment for a population of about 1,067 people, reflecting its role in a remote, arid coastal community. As a secondary treatment facility, the plant meets the standard required for municipal wastewater in Australia under state and national guidelines. The plant's operational status and discharge volume of 276.18 megalitres per year indicate consistent service to the local population. The plant is situated within 10 km of the coast, and its treated effluent likely drains into the Indian Ocean via local waterways or groundwater. The surrounding Pilbara region features unique arid-zone ecosystems and important coastal habitats, making proper wastewater management critical for protecting downstream environments.
Environmental context
The plant discharges treated wastewater into the local environment near the coast of Western Australia, ultimately reaching the Indian Ocean. The Pilbara coast supports diverse marine life, including mangrove ecosystems and important fish nursery areas. Effective treatment helps maintain water quality in this ecologically sensitive region.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located on Lagoon Road in Roebourne, Western Australia, within the City of Karratha. It serves the small town of Roebourne in the Pilbara region.
The plant serves approximately 1,067 people, reflecting the small population of Roebourne and surrounding areas.
The plant discharges treated effluent into the local environment near the coast. As a secondary treatment facility, it removes organic matter and solids before discharge.
The plant operates under Australian state and national wastewater regulations, including the Western Australian Environmental Protection Act and the National Water Quality Management Strategy.
For small communities in remote areas like Roebourne, secondary treatment is standard. This typically involves biological treatment processes such as activated sludge or lagoon systems to meet discharge standards.
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