Overview
Fraccionamiento Puente Moreno wastewater treatment plant serves Medellín, Veracruz, Mexico, with a population of 13,761. It is located within 50 km of the coast, discharging into the Gulf of Mexico watershed.
Fraccionamiento Puente Moreno is a wastewater treatment plant located in Medellín, Veracruz, Mexico. The facility serves a population of approximately 13,761 residents, placing it in the medium agglomeration category for Mexican wastewater infrastructure. The plant is situated near the Gulf Coast, within 50 km of the coastline, and its operations are subject to Mexican environmental regulations. As a plant serving a medium-sized community, it is expected to comply with Mexico's official standards for wastewater treatment (NOM-001-SEMARNAT), which set discharge limits for pollutants based on receiving water body type. Plants of this scale typically employ secondary treatment technologies such as activated sludge or stabilization ponds to meet regulatory requirements. The treated effluent from Fraccionamiento Puente Moreno ultimately drains into the Gulf of Mexico via local waterways. The region's coastal environment supports diverse marine life and is important for fisheries and tourism. Proper treatment is essential to protect water quality in the Gulf and maintain the ecological health of nearby estuaries and coastal habitats.
Environmental context
The plant's discharge enters the Gulf of Mexico watershed, a large marine ecosystem that supports commercial fisheries, coral reefs, and migratory species. The Veracruz coast features lagoons and estuaries that serve as nurseries for fish and crustaceans. Effective wastewater treatment helps prevent nutrient pollution and pathogen contamination, safeguarding both human health and the region's biodiversity.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Medellín, Veracruz, Mexico, at Calle José Mirón y Mosqueira, 94277.
The plant serves a population of 13,761 people.
The treated effluent is discharged into local waterways that flow into the Gulf of Mexico, within 50 km of the coast.
The plant operates under Mexico's NOM-001-SEMARNAT standard, which sets discharge limits for pollutants based on the receiving water body.
Plants of this scale in Mexico commonly use secondary treatment processes such as activated sludge or stabilization ponds to meet regulatory standards.
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