Jalcomulco Wastewater Treatment Plant, Veracruz, Mexico

The Jalcomulco wastewater treatment plant is located in the town of Jalcomulco, Veracruz, Mexico. It serves a population of approximately 4,808 residents, classifying it as a small-scale municipal facility. The plant is situated inland, away from coastal areas, and treats wastewater from the local community. The plant provides secondary treatment, which is the standard level required for municipal wastewater in Mexico under the country's water pollution control regulations. It has a designed capacity of 1,036.80 cubic meters per day and currently discharges 518.40 cubic meters per day. The facility is part of Mexico's national wastewater infrastructure managed by the National Water Commission (CONAGUA), which oversees discharge permits and compliance with official standards. Treated effluent from the plant is discharged into local water bodies that eventually drain into the Gulf of Mexico via the Jamapa River basin. The surrounding region is ecologically significant, supporting diverse aquatic life and agricultural activities. Proper treatment helps protect downstream water quality and public health in the Veracruz lowlands.

The plant discharges into local streams that flow into the Jamapa River, which ultimately reaches the Gulf of Mexico. The watershed supports a variety of freshwater species and provides water for irrigation and domestic use in the region. Downstream ecosystems include riparian habitats and coastal wetlands that benefit from reduced pollutant loads due to secondary treatment.