Overview
Amatitán wastewater treatment plant serves the town of Amatitán in Jalisco, Mexico, with a designed capacity of 1.00 unit. The plant supports a population of approximately 14,085 people in the Valles region.
The Amatitán wastewater treatment plant is located in the town of Amatitán, within the Región Valles of Jalisco, Mexico. It serves a population of around 14,085 residents, making it a medium-sized facility for the region. As a Mexican wastewater facility, the plant operates under the national regulatory framework, which includes the Ley de Aguas Nacionales and NOM-001-SEMARNAT-1996 standards for wastewater discharge. For a plant serving approximately 14,000 people, secondary treatment is typically required to meet these standards, ensuring the protection of water resources. The plant discharges into the local watershed, which is part of the Santiago River basin. The Santiago River flows westward through Jalisco and eventually into the Pacific Ocean. The region's aquatic ecosystems rely on proper wastewater treatment to maintain water quality and support biodiversity, including fish and other aquatic species.
Environmental context
The Amatitán plant discharges into the Santiago River basin, which drains into the Pacific Ocean via the Santiago River. This watershed supports diverse aquatic life and is important for local agriculture and communities. Proper treatment is essential to prevent nutrient pollution and protect downstream ecosystems, including coastal areas.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Amatitán, in the Región Valles of Jalisco, Mexico, at Calle Niños Héroes.
The plant serves approximately 14,085 residents of Amatitán and surrounding areas.
The plant discharges treated wastewater into the local watershed, which is part of the Santiago River basin, ultimately flowing to the Pacific Ocean.
The plant operates under Mexico's Ley de Aguas Nacionales and NOM-001-SEMARNAT-1996, which set discharge standards for wastewater treatment plants.
For plants of this scale, secondary treatment is typically required to meet national standards, reducing organic matter and suspended solids before discharge.
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