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The Rushforth Water Treatment Plant has been servicing the Clarence Valley for over a century and the Clarence Valley Council is seeking planning approval for possible upgrading of the plant to improve water quality, capacity and security of potable water for residents in the region. These upgrades would involve the development and installation of flocculation tanks, a dissolved air flotation and filtration treatment facility and other associated infrastructure. The purpose of these upgrades is to assist in the removal of solids, suspended soils and other potential contaminants from the water supply. The site would continue to operate throughout any upgrades with minimal disruptions to existing operations.
Before upgrades can be completed the project must undertake relevant statutory approvals at both a state and commonwealth level, with one of the main requirements being an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS).
The EIS is a detailed document that is required to:
Identify the existing environment
Assess potential environment, social and economic impacts of the Project
Propose measures to avoid, minimise, mitigate and/or offset potential impacts
Community engagement forms an important part of the EIS process and we encourage community members to provide feedback on the proposed upgrades. If you have questions about the project or want to provide feedback, please email Council at rushfortheis@clarence.nsw.gov.au
The Rushforth Water Treatment Plant has been servicing the Clarence Valley for over a century and the Clarence Valley Council is seeking planning approval for possible upgrading of the plant to improve water quality, capacity and security of potable water for residents in the region. These upgrades would involve the development and installation of flocculation tanks, a dissolved air flotation and filtration treatment facility and other associated infrastructure. The purpose of these upgrades is to assist in the removal of solids, suspended soils and other potential contaminants from the water supply. The site would continue to operate throughout any upgrades with minimal disruptions to existing operations.
Before upgrades can be completed the project must undertake relevant statutory approvals at both a state and commonwealth level, with one of the main requirements being an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS).
The EIS is a detailed document that is required to:
Identify the existing environment
Assess potential environment, social and economic impacts of the Project
Propose measures to avoid, minimise, mitigate and/or offset potential impacts
Community engagement forms an important part of the EIS process and we encourage community members to provide feedback on the proposed upgrades. If you have questions about the project or want to provide feedback, please email Council at rushfortheis@clarence.nsw.gov.au
Page last updated: 18 Apr 2024, 09:17 AM
Lifecycle
Secretary's Environmental Assessment Requirements (SEARS) received
Rushforth Water Treatment Plant Upgrade has finished this stage
7th December 2023 - Department of Planning and Environment issued SEARS for the project.
Environmental Studies
Rushforth Water Treatment Plant Upgrade has finished this stage
February - April 2024 - Relevant studies to inform the EIS are undertaken.
Community drop in session - Thursday 21st March
Rushforth Water Treatment Plant Upgrade has finished this stage
Council is holding Community Information sessions for the the Rushforth Water Treatment Plant.
Council will hold 2 sessions and you are invited to drop in during the session time that is convenient.
Session A: 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Session B: 4:30pm - 7:30pm
Council Chambers 2 Prince St, Grafton
Draft EIS Completed
Rushforth Water Treatment Plant Upgrade is currently at this stage
Public Exhibition for EIS
this is an upcoming stage for Rushforth Water Treatment Plant Upgrade
Final submission of EIS to Department of Planning and Environment
this is an upcoming stage for Rushforth Water Treatment Plant Upgrade