Overview
Acaponeta wastewater treatment plant serves approximately 24,849 people in Nayarit, Mexico. The facility discharges into local waterways, supporting the region's environmental health.
The Acaponeta wastewater treatment plant is located in the city of Acaponeta, Nayarit, Mexico. It serves a population of approximately 24,849 residents, making it a medium-sized municipal facility in the region. As a Mexican wastewater treatment plant, it operates under national regulations such as NOM-001-SEMARNAT-1996, which sets limits for pollutants in treated wastewater. For a facility serving this population size, secondary treatment is typically expected to meet discharge standards. The plant's treated effluent is discharged into local water bodies that eventually drain into the Pacific Ocean. This discharge plays a crucial role in protecting downstream aquatic ecosystems and maintaining water quality in the region's rivers and coastal areas.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into local waterways that flow toward the Pacific Ocean, contributing to the health of the region's coastal and marine environments. The surrounding watershed supports diverse aquatic life and is important for local fisheries and biodiversity. Proper treatment helps prevent nutrient pollution and protects downstream ecosystems.
Frequently asked questions
The Acaponeta wastewater treatment plant is located in the city of Acaponeta, in the state of Nayarit, Mexico. Its address is Calle Veracruz Norte, Acaponeta, Nayarit, 63402.
The Acaponeta wastewater treatment plant serves approximately 24,849 people, making it a medium-sized municipal facility in Nayarit.
The plant discharges treated wastewater into local water bodies that eventually drain into the Pacific Ocean. This discharge is regulated under Mexican standards to protect water quality.
The plant operates under Mexican regulations, primarily NOM-001-SEMARNAT-1996, which sets maximum permissible limits for pollutants in treated wastewater discharged into national waters.
For a population of about 25,000, secondary treatment is typically required under Mexican regulations to meet discharge standards and protect receiving water bodies.
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