Overview
Collingwood wastewater treatment plant serves 317 people in New Zealand with secondary treatment. It discharges treated wastewater near the coast, supporting local water quality.
Collingwood wastewater treatment plant is located at the Collingwood Resource Recovery Centre on Collingwood-Bainham Main Road, New Zealand. It serves a small population of 317 residents, reflecting its role in a rural community. The plant provides secondary treatment, a standard level for small agglomerations in New Zealand. New Zealand's wastewater treatment is regulated under the Resource Management Act 1991, which requires discharges to meet environmental standards. For a plant of this scale, secondary treatment is typical, ensuring removal of organic matter and solids before discharge. The plant's discharge volume is 164.81 megaliters per year, indicating consistent operation. The plant is within 10 km of the coast, so its treated effluent enters a coastal environment. This proximity means the discharge must be managed to protect marine ecosystems, including local estuaries and nearshore waters. The plant contributes to safeguarding the region's natural water quality and biodiversity.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into a coastal environment near Golden Bay, part of the Tasman Sea. This area supports diverse marine life, including fish, shellfish, and seabirds. The treated effluent must meet standards to prevent nutrient enrichment and protect the ecological health of the bay, which is a popular area for recreation and fishing.
Frequently asked questions
The Collingwood wastewater treatment plant is located at the Collingwood Resource Recovery Centre on Collingwood-Bainham Main Road, near the town of Collingwood in New Zealand.
The Collingwood WWTP serves a population of 317 people, making it a small-scale facility for a rural community.
The plant discharges treated wastewater into the coastal environment near Golden Bay, after secondary treatment. The discharge volume is approximately 164.81 megaliters per year.
The Collingwood plant provides secondary treatment, which involves biological processes to remove organic matter and solids, meeting typical standards for small communities in New Zealand.
The plant operates under the Resource Management Act 1991, which requires discharges to avoid adverse environmental effects. For a small coastal plant, secondary treatment and compliance with discharge permits are standard to protect marine ecosystems.
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