Overview
Catherine Booth Hospital wastewater treatment plant serves 1,480 people in uMlalazi Local Municipality, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. It provides secondary treatment and discharges 200 m³/day.
Catherine Booth Hospital wastewater treatment plant is located in uMlalazi Ward 18, within the uMlalazi Local Municipality of King Cetswayo District Municipality, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. The plant serves a population of 1,480 and treats wastewater from the hospital and surrounding area. The plant operates with secondary treatment, which is appropriate for its small scale. Under South Africa's water regulatory framework, such facilities are typically required to meet effluent standards set by the Department of Water and Sanitation. The plant discharges 200 cubic meters per day, reflecting its modest capacity. The treated effluent is released into the local watershed, which drains into the Indian Ocean via rivers in the region. The plant plays a role in protecting downstream water quality and supporting the ecological health of KwaZulu-Natal's coastal and inland water systems.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the uMlalazi River catchment, which flows into the Indian Ocean near the town of Mtunzini. The downstream environment includes estuarine and coastal habitats that support diverse aquatic life, including fish and migratory birds. Protecting water quality in this watershed is important for maintaining the ecological balance of the uMlalazi Estuary and adjacent marine areas.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in uMlalazi Ward 18, uMlalazi Local Municipality, King Cetswayo District Municipality, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa.
The plant serves a population of 1,480, primarily from the hospital and surrounding community.
The plant discharges treated effluent into the local watershed, which flows into the uMlalazi River and eventually reaches the Indian Ocean.
The plant provides secondary treatment, which is standard for small-scale facilities in South Africa and meets national effluent quality standards.
The plant operates under South Africa's National Water Act and is subject to effluent discharge standards set by the Department of Water and Sanitation, ensuring environmental protection.
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