Overview
Ciudad de Cunduacan wastewater treatment plant serves Cunduacán, Tabasco, Mexico, with a population of approximately 54,764. The plant operates under Mexico's national water regulations for municipal wastewater.
Ciudad de Cunduacan is a municipal wastewater treatment plant located in Cunduacán, Tabasco, Mexico. It serves a population of about 54,764 residents, placing it in the medium agglomeration category for Mexican wastewater infrastructure. The plant is situated in the Grijalva River basin, a region characterized by tropical climate and significant rainfall. As a Mexican wastewater facility, the plant is subject to the country's federal water pollution control standards, including NOM-001-SEMARNAT-1996, which sets maximum permissible limits for pollutants in wastewater discharges. Its population served suggests a moderate-scale operation. The treated effluent likely discharges into a local watercourse within the Grijalva River basin, which flows into the Gulf of Mexico. This watershed supports diverse aquatic ecosystems and is important for regional agriculture and fisheries. Proper treatment is essential to protect downstream water quality and the ecological health of the Grijalva delta and coastal areas.
Environmental context
The plant is located in the Grijalva River basin, one of Mexico's largest hydrological systems, which drains into the Gulf of Mexico. The Grijalva River and its tributaries support rich biodiversity, including mangrove forests and wetlands near the coast. Downstream waters are used for fishing and agriculture, making effective wastewater treatment critical to prevent nutrient pollution and protect aquatic habitats.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Cunduacán, Tabasco, Mexico, on Calle Profesor Ramón Mendoza.
The plant serves approximately 54,764 residents in the Cunduacán area.
The treated effluent likely discharges into a local watercourse within the Grijalva River basin, which flows into the Gulf of Mexico.
The plant operates under Mexico's federal water pollution standards, primarily NOM-001-SEMARNAT-1996, which sets discharge limits for municipal wastewater.
For medium-sized agglomerations in Mexico, secondary treatment is typically required to meet federal standards, often using activated sludge or lagoon systems.
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