Overview
Victor Harbor wastewater treatment plant serves approximately 11,400 residents in South Australia. The facility is located near the coast and discharges treated effluent into the local marine environment.
Victor Harbor wastewater treatment plant is a municipal facility located in the coastal city of Victor Harbor, South Australia. It serves a population of around 11,400 people, making it a medium-sized agglomeration for the region. The plant is situated on Canton Place, near the Southern Ocean coastline. As an Australian facility, the plant operates under the national regulatory framework administered by the South Australian Environment Protection Authority (EPA). For a plant of this scale, secondary treatment is typically required to meet environmental standards. The designed capacity is 1.00 million liters per day, indicating the plant's ability to handle the local wastewater load. The treated wastewater is discharged into the Southern Ocean via the local marine outfall. The receiving waters support diverse marine life, including fish, crustaceans, and seabirds. The plant plays a key role in protecting the coastal ecosystem and maintaining water quality for recreational and ecological purposes.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Southern Ocean along the Fleurieu Peninsula coast. This marine environment supports a variety of species, including southern right whales and Australian sea lions, and is an important area for fishing and tourism. The discharge is managed to minimize impact on water quality and marine habitats.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located at Canton Place, Victor Harbor, in the City of Victor Harbor, South Australia, 5211, Australia.
The plant serves approximately 11,437 residents of Victor Harbor and surrounding areas.
Treated wastewater is discharged into the Southern Ocean via a marine outfall, ensuring minimal environmental impact.
The plant operates under South Australian EPA regulations, which require appropriate treatment levels to protect coastal waters.
For plants of this scale, secondary treatment is standard, often followed by disinfection, to meet environmental guidelines for coastal discharge.
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