Overview
Yelarbon wastewater treatment plant in Queensland, Australia, serves a small population of 351 with secondary treatment. It discharges treated effluent locally, supporting the region's water quality management.
The Yelarbon wastewater treatment plant is located on Merton Road in Yelarbon, Queensland, within the Goondiwindi Regional area. This facility serves a small community of 351 residents, providing essential wastewater treatment for the rural town. As a secondary treatment plant, it reduces organic matter and suspended solids before discharge. Operating under Australian regulatory frameworks, the plant adheres to state and national guidelines for wastewater management. For small agglomerations like Yelarbon, secondary treatment is standard, ensuring compliance with environmental protection standards. The plant's discharge volume is approximately 90.81 megaliters per year, reflecting the scale of the community served. The treated effluent is discharged into the local environment, contributing to the health of nearby waterways. The plant plays a role in protecting the Dumaresq River catchment area, which flows into the Macintyre River and eventually the Murray-Darling Basin. This region supports diverse aquatic life and agricultural activities, making effective wastewater treatment crucial for ecological balance.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the local watershed, part of the Dumaresq River catchment that flows into the Macintyre River and ultimately the Murray-Darling Basin. This basin is a vital ecological and agricultural resource in Australia, supporting diverse aquatic species and irrigation. Effective treatment helps maintain water quality in this semi-arid region, where water resources are particularly sensitive to pollution.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located on Merton Road in Yelarbon, Queensland, Australia, within the Goondiwindi Regional area.
The plant serves a small community of 351 residents in the rural town of Yelarbon.
The plant provides secondary treatment, which typically involves biological processes to reduce organic matter and suspended solids before discharge.
The plant protects the Dumaresq River catchment, which flows into the Macintyre River and the Murray-Darling Basin, a critical water resource in Australia.
The plant operates under Australian state and national guidelines, which require secondary treatment for small communities to ensure environmental protection and water quality.
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