Overview
Aquiles Serdan 1ra Seccion is a secondary wastewater treatment plant in Jalapa, Tabasco, Mexico, serving about 2,054 people. It has a designed capacity of 247.10 m³/day and discharges 194.40 m³/day.
Aquiles Serdan 1ra Seccion is a municipal wastewater treatment plant located in Jalapa, Tabasco, Mexico. The plant serves a population of approximately 2,054 people, classifying it as a small-scale facility within the region's wastewater infrastructure. The plant provides secondary treatment, a standard level for communities of this size under Mexican regulations (NOM-001-SEMARNAT). It has a designed capacity of 247.10 m³/day and currently discharges 194.40 m³/day, indicating operational utilization. Secondary treatment typically involves biological processes to reduce organic matter and suspended solids. The treated effluent is discharged into local water bodies, contributing to the protection of the Grijalva River basin and the broader Usumacinta watershed. These rivers are ecologically significant, supporting diverse aquatic life and flowing into the Gulf of Mexico. The plant's operation helps maintain water quality in this tropical region.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Grijalva River basin, part of the larger Usumacinta watershed, which drains into the Gulf of Mexico. This region is ecologically sensitive, supporting diverse aquatic habitats and migratory species. The secondary treatment helps reduce nutrient and organic pollution, protecting downstream ecosystems and coastal waters.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located on Calle Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla in Jalapa, Tabasco, Mexico.
The plant serves approximately 2,054 people in the Jalapa area.
The treated effluent is discharged into local water bodies within the Grijalva River basin, which flows into the Gulf of Mexico.
The plant provides secondary treatment, which is standard for small communities under Mexican regulations.
The plant operates under NOM-001-SEMARNAT, which sets discharge limits for pollutants. Secondary treatment is required for this population size to protect water quality.
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