Overview
Woodgate wastewater treatment plant serves the Bundaberg Region in Queensland, Australia. This secondary treatment facility discharges treated wastewater near the coast, supporting local environmental health.
Woodgate wastewater treatment plant is located in the Bundaberg Region of Queensland, Australia, serving a small coastal community of approximately 1,227 residents. The facility operates under Queensland's regulatory framework for wastewater management, which aligns with national guidelines for environmental protection. The plant provides secondary treatment, a standard level for small coastal communities in Australia. The plant's discharge volume of 317.42 megalitres per year indicates consistent operation. Australian regulations require such facilities to meet strict effluent quality standards to protect receiving waters. The treated wastewater is discharged into the local environment near the coast, ultimately reaching the Coral Sea. This coastal discharge requires careful management to protect marine ecosystems, including seagrass beds and fish habitats that are sensitive to nutrient loads. The plant plays a key role in maintaining water quality in the region.
Environmental context
The plant discharges treated wastewater into a coastal environment that drains to the Coral Sea, part of the Great Barrier Reef catchment. This area supports diverse marine life, including coral reefs and seagrass meadows, which are sensitive to nutrient enrichment. Effective treatment is essential to minimize ecological impacts on these downstream habitats.
Frequently asked questions
Woodgate wastewater treatment plant is located in Woodgate, within the Bundaberg Region of Queensland, Australia.
The plant serves approximately 1,227 residents in the Woodgate community.
The plant discharges treated wastewater into the local coastal environment, which ultimately flows to the Coral Sea.
The plant provides secondary treatment, which is standard for small coastal communities in Australia to meet environmental protection requirements.
The plant operates under Queensland's wastewater management framework, which follows national guidelines for effluent quality and environmental protection, particularly for coastal discharges.
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