Overview
Mahape Biocos STP is an operational wastewater treatment plant located in India. It serves the local community as part of the municipal infrastructure.
Mahape Biocos STP is an operational wastewater treatment plant located in India. The plant is part of the country's growing wastewater management infrastructure, serving the local area. As an operational facility, it plays a role in treating sewage to protect public health and the environment. The plant operates under India's environmental regulations, which include the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974, and the National Green Tribunal guidelines. The treated effluent from Mahape Biocos STP is discharged into local water bodies, contributing to the overall water quality management in the region. The plant helps reduce pollution loads in the surrounding watershed, supporting downstream ecosystems and water resources.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into local water bodies that eventually drain into the Arabian Sea via the Ulhas River or other coastal streams. The region's aquatic ecosystems support diverse species and are important for local fisheries. Proper treatment helps mitigate eutrophication and protect coastal water quality.
Frequently asked questions
Mahape Biocos STP is located in India, with coordinates 19.112246 N, 73.015002 E.
The plant is currently operational, indicating it is actively treating wastewater.
The treated effluent is discharged into local water bodies, which eventually flow into the Arabian Sea.
The plant operates under India's Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974, and follows Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) standards for effluent quality.
In India, sewage treatment plants typically provide secondary treatment, which includes biological processes to reduce organic matter and pathogens.
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