Branxton WWTW
About the Plant
The Branxton plant serves the communities of:
- Branxton
- East Branxton
- Greta.
It currently treats:
The Branxton plant can handle wastewater from a population equivalent to:
How does the plant work
Branxton provides secondary treatment of the wastewater, where phosphorus is chemically removed. Effluent polishing and disinfection are achieved using maturation ponds.
How is the treated effluent used
Recycled water from Branxton plant is used to irrigate:
- two onsite tree plantations
- a nearby farm
- Branxton Golf Course
Upgrading the Plant
Minimising our impact on the environment
The upgrade will ensure that the plant has the capacity to treat wastewater to a standard that assures the environment remains protected and the quality of local waterways continues to be pristine.
Click here to see how the plant is currently performing.
Meeting the growing needs of the community
The Branxton WWTW is being upgraded to meet the needs of our existing and future customers. Construction is expected to completed by mid 2011. Click here to find out more.