Overview
Balleza wastewater treatment plant serves Mariano Balleza, Chihuahua, Mexico. It provides secondary treatment with a designed capacity of 691.20 m³/day and serves a population of 2,714.
The Balleza wastewater treatment plant is located in Mariano Balleza, within the municipality of Balleza, Chihuahua, Mexico. It serves a population of approximately 2,714 residents, making it a small-scale municipal facility in a rural setting. The plant operates with secondary treatment, which is the standard level required under Mexican regulations (NOM-001-SEMARNAT) for municipal wastewater before discharge. It has a designed capacity of 691.20 m³/day and a reported discharge volume of 604.80 m³/day, indicating it is operating below its full capacity. The treated effluent is discharged into the local watershed, which ultimately drains into the Rio Conchos basin, a tributary of the Rio Grande (Rio Bravo). This river system supports agricultural activities and provides water for communities downstream, making proper treatment essential for protecting water quality and public health.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Rio Conchos basin, which flows into the Rio Grande (Rio Bravo) and eventually reaches the Gulf of Mexico. This watershed supports diverse aquatic life and is an important water source for irrigation and human consumption in the arid region of northern Mexico. Proper secondary treatment helps reduce organic pollutants and pathogens, protecting downstream ecosystems and communities.
Frequently asked questions
The Balleza wastewater treatment plant is located on Calle Aldama in Mariano Balleza, within the municipality of Balleza, Chihuahua, Mexico.
The plant serves a population of approximately 2,714 residents in the Mariano Balleza area.
The plant provides secondary treatment, which is the standard level required by Mexican regulations for municipal wastewater before discharge into water bodies.
The plant has a designed capacity of 691.20 cubic meters per day, with a reported discharge volume of 604.80 cubic meters per day.
The plant operates under Mexico's NOM-001-SEMARNAT standard, which sets maximum permissible limits for pollutants in wastewater discharges. Secondary treatment is typical for small communities like Mariano Balleza.
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