Overview
Atlixtac wastewater treatment plant in Guerrero, Mexico, serves 4,564 people with secondary treatment. It discharges 432.00 units of treated wastewater daily, operating at 50% of its 864.00-unit design capacity.
Atlixtac wastewater treatment plant is located in the town of Atlixtac, Guerrero, Mexico. It serves a population of 4,564, classifying it as a small-scale municipal facility in a rural or semi-urban setting. The plant provides secondary treatment, which is the standard biological treatment stage for removing organic matter and suspended solids. The plant has a designed capacity of 864.00 units and currently treats 432.00 units per day, indicating a utilization rate of 50%. Under Mexican regulations (NOM-001-SEMARNAT-1996 and subsequent updates), secondary treatment is required for discharges into national waters, and the plant's performance aligns with these standards. The facility is operated as part of the municipal wastewater infrastructure, overseen by local water authorities. The treated effluent is discharged into local water bodies that eventually drain into the Pacific Ocean via the Balsas River basin. The region's hydrology supports agricultural and ecological systems downstream. Proper treatment helps protect water quality in the surrounding watershed, which is important for both human use and aquatic life.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Balsas River basin, which flows southwest through Guerrero and empties into the Pacific Ocean. This watershed supports diverse aquatic habitats and is used for irrigation and fishing. Secondary treatment reduces organic pollutants and suspended solids, helping to maintain water quality in downstream ecosystems. The region's seasonal rainfall patterns can affect dilution capacity, making consistent treatment important for environmental protection.
Frequently asked questions
The Atlixtac wastewater treatment plant is located on Calle Tabares in Atlixtac, Guerrero, Mexico.
The plant serves a population of 4,564 people in the town of Atlixtac and surrounding areas.
The plant provides secondary treatment, which typically involves biological processes to remove organic matter and suspended solids before discharge.
The plant operates under Mexican standard NOM-001-SEMARNAT-1996, which sets limits for pollutants in wastewater discharges into national waters.
The plant has a designed capacity of 864.00 units per day and currently treats 432.00 units per day, operating at 50% capacity.
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