Effluent Disposal Stations are available at Wentworth, Dareton and Buronga, with keys issued upon request.
| NAME | LOCALITY | STATUS | LAST UPDATE | OPEN IN GOOGLE MAPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buronga Riverboat Pumpout Station (EDS) | Buronga | CLOSED Anticipated to open late February 2023 due to the removal of the switchboard during flood waters. | 09/02/2023 | Click Here |
| Dareton Riverboat Pumpout Station (EDS) | Dareton | OPEN - for pumping Note: No Raw water available for boats | 09/02/2023 | Click Here |
| Wentworth Riverboat Pumpout Station (EDS) | Wentworth | OPEN | 21/02/2023 | Click Here |
EDS keys may be collected in person at Wentworth Shire Council Office, or arranged via telephone or email to be sent to a desired address.
A $30 refundable deposit is applied for each key, with one key issued per boat.
‘Temporary Loan Keys’ are available at Coomealla Golf Club, Buronga Caravan Park or by contacting Wentworth Shire Council. The $30 refundable deposit also applies.
Steps to obtain an EDS key
- Complete a Key Issue Form and pay a $30 refundable deposit
- The key will be activated within 24 hours
To use an EDS key at an Effluent Disposal Station
- Place the key in the console. This will record your usage of the pump out station.
- Connect the hose to the boat “Kamlock” fitting
- Open the ball valve at the end of the hose
- Press the pump start button on the side of the electrical cabinet
- When the boat tank is empty, press the pump stop button on the side of the electrical cabinet
- When the pump has stopped, close the ball valve at the end of the hose and disconnect the hose from the vessel
- Replace the hose onto the hose stand
