Overview
Atlacomulco wastewater treatment plant serves approximately 130,000 people in Atlacomulco de Fabela, Estado de México, Mexico. It operates under Mexico's national water regulations for municipal wastewater.
The Atlacomulco wastewater treatment plant is located in Atlacomulco de Fabela, Estado de México, Mexico. It serves a population of approximately 130,000 people, making it a medium-to-large agglomeration in the region. The plant is situated inland, away from coastal areas, and its operations are part of the municipal infrastructure managed by local authorities. As a plant serving over 100,000 people, it falls under Mexico's federal water quality regulations, which require adequate treatment to protect public health and the environment. The designed capacity is reported as 1.00 (likely in cubic meters per second or similar unit), indicating a substantial facility. Plants of this scale typically employ secondary or advanced treatment to meet discharge standards. The treated effluent is discharged into local water bodies that eventually drain into the Lerma River basin, a major hydrological system in central Mexico. The Lerma River flows into Lake Chapala, Mexico's largest freshwater lake, which supports diverse aquatic life and is an important resource for irrigation and drinking water. Proper treatment at Atlacomulco helps reduce nutrient and pollutant loads, protecting downstream ecosystems and water quality.
Environmental context
The plant's discharge enters the Lerma River basin, which flows into Lake Chapala, a critical freshwater ecosystem in central Mexico. Lake Chapala supports a variety of fish species and migratory birds, and its health is vital for regional water supply and agriculture. The plant's treatment performance directly influences nutrient levels and water quality in this sensitive watershed.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Atlacomulco de Fabela, Estado de México, Mexico, at Calle Juan de Dios Peza in the El Calvario neighborhood.
The plant serves approximately 129,698 people, classifying it as a medium-to-large agglomeration under Mexican wastewater regulations.
Treated wastewater is discharged into local water bodies that drain into the Lerma River basin, ultimately reaching Lake Chapala.
The plant operates under Mexico's federal water quality standards, including NOM-001-SEMARNAT, which sets discharge limits for pollutants to protect water bodies.
Plants of this scale in Mexico typically employ secondary treatment, such as activated sludge or lagoon systems, to meet regulatory standards for organic matter and solids removal.
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