Overview
El Monteon wastewater treatment plant in Compostela, Nayarit, Mexico, serves 3,651 people with secondary treatment. It discharges 345.60 m³/day and is located within 10 km of the Pacific coast.
El Monteon is a municipal wastewater treatment plant located in Compostela, Nayarit, Mexico, serving a population of approximately 3,651. The plant is situated near the Pacific coast, within 10 km of the shoreline, and operates under Mexico's national water regulations. The plant provides secondary treatment, a standard level for communities of this size in Mexico. It has a designed capacity of 432.00 m³/day and currently discharges 345.60 m³/day of treated wastewater. As a coastal facility, it is subject to stricter discharge standards to protect marine environments. The treated effluent likely drains into the Pacific Ocean via local streams or groundwater. The coastal region of Nayarit supports diverse marine life and is important for local fisheries and tourism. Proper wastewater treatment is essential to prevent nutrient pollution and protect coastal ecosystems.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Pacific Ocean watershed, likely through local arroyos or groundwater. The Nayarit coast is ecologically sensitive, supporting mangrove estuaries, sea turtle nesting sites, and migratory bird habitats. Nutrient and pathogen control from secondary treatment helps maintain water quality in nearshore areas.
Frequently asked questions
El Monteon WWTP is located in Compostela, Nayarit, Mexico, along Calle Miguel Hidalgo in the El Monteon area.
The plant serves approximately 3,651 people in the Compostela area.
The plant discharges treated wastewater at a rate of 345.60 m³/day, likely into local streams or groundwater that eventually reach the Pacific Ocean.
El Monteon provides secondary treatment, which is the standard for communities of this size in Mexico and meets national discharge standards for coastal areas.
The plant operates under Mexico's federal water law (Ley de Aguas Nacionales) and NOM-001-SEMARNAT standards, which set discharge limits for pollutants, especially for coastal facilities.
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