Overview
Wolseley wastewater treatment plant in South Australia serves a small population of 326 with secondary treatment. It operates under Australian regulatory standards for inland communities.
Wolseley wastewater treatment plant is located in the small town of Wolseley, South Australia, within the Tatiara District Council area. The facility serves a population of approximately 326 residents, reflecting its role as a local municipal service for a rural community. The plant provides secondary treatment, which is the standard biological treatment stage required for most inland communities in Australia. Under the National Water Quality Management Strategy, secondary treatment ensures significant reduction of organic matter and suspended solids before discharge. The plant's discharge volume is recorded at 84.44 megaliters per year. The treated effluent is discharged into the local environment, likely contributing to the regional water cycle. The area is part of the Murray-Darling Basin, one of Australia's most significant river systems, which supports agriculture and ecosystems. Proper treatment helps protect downstream water quality and aquatic habitats.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the local watershed within the Murray-Darling Basin, which drains into the Southern Ocean via the Murray River mouth. This basin is ecologically sensitive, supporting diverse aquatic life and migratory birds. Effective wastewater treatment is crucial to prevent nutrient pollution and maintain water quality in this agriculturally important region.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located on Tatiara Road in Wolseley, South Australia, within the Tatiara District Council area.
The plant serves a population of 326 residents in the rural community of Wolseley.
The plant provides secondary treatment, which involves biological processes to reduce organic matter and suspended solids.
The plant operates under the National Water Quality Management Strategy, which sets guidelines for wastewater treatment to protect water quality and the environment.
Small communities like Wolseley typically use secondary treatment systems, often with lagoon or activated sludge processes, to meet regulatory standards for inland discharge.
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