Overview
Riebeeck Wes wastewater treatment plant serves the Swartland Local Municipality in Western Cape, South Africa. It provides secondary treatment for a population of 2,220 and discharges 300 m³/day.
Riebeeck Wes wastewater treatment plant is located in Riebeek-Wes, within the Swartland Local Municipality of the Western Cape province, South Africa. The facility serves a population of approximately 2,220 residents, reflecting its role as a small-scale municipal treatment works in the region. The plant operates with secondary treatment, which is the standard biological treatment stage required under South Africa's water quality regulations. The reported discharge volume of 300 cubic meters per day indicates a modest throughput consistent with the population served. The treated effluent is discharged into the local environment, contributing to the protection of water resources in the Western Cape. The region's Mediterranean climate and agricultural activities make proper wastewater management essential for safeguarding downstream water bodies and supporting local ecosystems.
Environmental context
The plant's discharge enters the Berg River catchment, which flows westward into the Atlantic Ocean at Velddrif. The Berg River supports diverse aquatic life and is an important water source for agriculture in the Swartland region. Downstream, the river passes through ecologically sensitive estuarine areas that provide habitat for migratory birds and fish species.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located on Koinonia Street in Riebeek-Wes, within the Swartland Local Municipality, Western Cape province, South Africa.
The plant serves approximately 2,220 residents in the Riebeek-Wes area and surrounding parts of the Swartland Local Municipality.
The treated effluent is discharged into the local environment, likely into the Berg River catchment, which flows westward to the Atlantic Ocean.
The plant provides secondary treatment, which is the standard biological treatment required for municipal wastewater in South Africa under the National Water Act.
Small plants like Riebeeck Wes operate under South Africa's National Water Act and are subject to discharge standards set by the Department of Water and Sanitation, which mandate secondary treatment and effluent quality limits.
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