Overview
Guazapares wastewater treatment plant in Chihuahua, Mexico, serves a small population of 274 with secondary treatment, discharging 25.92 m³/day.
The Guazapares wastewater treatment plant is located in the town of Guazapares, in the state of Chihuahua, Mexico. It serves a small population of 274 residents, reflecting its role in a rural community. The plant operates with secondary treatment, which is a standard biological process that removes organic matter and suspended solids. In Mexico, wastewater treatment plants are regulated under the National Water Law (Ley de Aguas Nacionales) and the Federal Law for Prevention and Control of Environmental Pollution. For small communities like Guazapares, secondary treatment is typical and meets the basic requirements for discharge into receiving water bodies. The plant has a designed capacity of 43.20 m³/day and currently discharges 25.92 m³/day, indicating it operates below its full capacity. The treated effluent from the plant is discharged into local watercourses that eventually drain into the Pacific Ocean via the region's river systems. The surrounding area is mountainous and ecologically sensitive, supporting diverse flora and fauna. Proper treatment helps protect downstream water quality and aquatic habitats in the Sierra Madre Occidental region.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into local streams that are part of the watershed draining to the Pacific Ocean. The region is characterized by mountainous terrain and seasonal rainfall, which influences water flow and dilution capacity. Downstream ecosystems include riparian habitats that support native fish and bird species, making effective wastewater treatment important for maintaining ecological balance.
Frequently asked questions
The Guazapares wastewater treatment plant is located in the town of Guazapares, in the state of Chihuahua, Mexico.
The plant serves a small population of 274 residents, typical of a rural community in Chihuahua.
The plant uses secondary treatment, a biological process that removes organic matter and suspended solids before discharge.
The plant operates under Mexico's National Water Law and environmental regulations, which set discharge standards for wastewater treatment facilities.
The plant protects local water quality in the Sierra Madre Occidental watershed, supporting downstream aquatic ecosystems and preventing pollution of rivers that drain to the Pacific Ocean.
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