Overview
Paternoster wastewater treatment plant serves 2,293 people in Saldanha Bay Local Municipality, Western Cape, South Africa. The facility has a designed capacity of 1.00 and is located near the coast.
Paternoster wastewater treatment plant is located in the coastal town of Paternoster, within the Saldanha Bay Local Municipality in the Western Cape province of South Africa. The facility serves a population of 2,293 and has a designed capacity of 1.00, reflecting its role in managing municipal wastewater for this small coastal community. As a South African wastewater treatment plant, Paternoster operates under the national regulatory framework governed by the Department of Water and Sanitation. The plant's capacity suggests it is sized appropriately for the local population. The treated effluent from Paternoster likely discharges into the Atlantic Ocean, given its proximity to the coast. The receiving environment includes the Benguela Current Large Marine Ecosystem, which supports diverse marine life including seabirds, fish, and the iconic African penguin. Proper wastewater management is essential to protect this ecologically sensitive coastal area.
Environmental context
Paternoster is situated on the Atlantic coast of South Africa's Western Cape, within the Benguela Current Large Marine Ecosystem. The treated wastewater from the plant likely discharges into the Atlantic Ocean, contributing to the nutrient balance in coastal waters. This region supports important marine biodiversity, including seabird colonies and fish spawning grounds, making effective treatment critical for ecosystem health.
Frequently asked questions
Paternoster wastewater treatment plant is located on Ranonkel Street in Paternoster, within the Saldanha Bay Local Municipality, Western Cape, South Africa.
The plant serves a population of 2,293 people in the Paternoster area.
Given its coastal location, the treated effluent from Paternoster likely discharges into the Atlantic Ocean, subject to South African water quality regulations.
The plant operates under South Africa's National Water Act and regulations from the Department of Water and Sanitation, which set effluent standards for municipal wastewater treatment.
Small agglomerations in South Africa typically employ secondary treatment processes such as activated sludge or pond systems to meet national effluent quality standards.
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