Overview
Huimanguillo wastewater treatment plant serves approximately 54,693 people in Tabasco, Mexico. The facility operates under Mexican water regulations for municipal wastewater management.
Huimanguillo wastewater treatment plant is located in the city of Huimanguillo, Tabasco, Mexico, serving a population of about 54,693. The facility is part of the municipal wastewater infrastructure for this urban area in southeastern Mexico. Under Mexican water law (Ley de Aguas Nacionales) and NOM-001-SEMARNAT-2021 standards, wastewater treatment plants serving populations over 50,000 are required to meet specific discharge limits for organic matter and solids. Regulatory compliance is overseen by the National Water Commission (CONAGUA). The plant discharges into local water bodies within the Grijalva River basin, which flows into the Gulf of Mexico. The region's tropical climate and proximity to coastal wetlands make proper wastewater treatment critical for protecting downstream aquatic ecosystems and public health.
Environmental context
The plant is located in the Grijalva River basin, which drains into the Gulf of Mexico. This watershed supports diverse aquatic life and is ecologically sensitive due to its tropical wetlands and coastal lagoons. Proper treatment is essential to prevent nutrient pollution and protect downstream habitats, including mangrove forests and seagrass beds that serve as nurseries for fish and crustaceans.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Huimanguillo, Tabasco, Mexico, at Calle José María Morelos y Pavón.
The plant serves approximately 54,693 people in the Huimanguillo urban area.
The plant discharges into local water bodies within the Grijalva River basin, which flows into the Gulf of Mexico.
The plant operates under Mexican water law (Ley de Aguas Nacionales) and NOM-001-SEMARNAT-2021, which set discharge limits for organic matter and solids.
For populations over 50,000, Mexican regulations typically require secondary treatment to meet discharge standards, often using activated sludge or lagoon systems.
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