Overview
Jamay wastewater treatment plant serves approximately 20,000 residents in Jamay, Jalisco, Mexico. Located in the Región Ciénega, it discharges into the Lerma-Chapala basin, a critical watershed for Lake Chapala.
The Jamay wastewater treatment plant is a municipal facility located in Jamay, Jalisco, Mexico, serving a population of about 20,035. It lies in the Región Ciénega, a region characterized by wetlands and lakes, and is part of the Lerma-Chapala hydrological basin. As a Mexican wastewater treatment plant serving a medium-sized agglomeration, it operates under the national regulatory framework established by the Ley de Aguas Nacionales and the Normas Oficiales Mexicanas (NOMs), which set discharge standards for municipal wastewater. For plants of this scale, secondary treatment is typically required to meet water quality objectives for receiving water bodies. The plant's treated effluent ultimately flows into the Lerma River basin, which drains into Lake Chapala, Mexico's largest freshwater lake. Lake Chapala is an ecologically significant water body that supports diverse aquatic life and provides water for agriculture and human consumption in the region. Proper wastewater treatment is essential to protect this vital resource from nutrient pollution and other contaminants.
Environmental context
The Jamay plant discharges into the Lerma-Chapala basin, a major watershed in central Mexico. The Lerma River flows into Lake Chapala, the largest lake in Mexico, which supports a rich ecosystem of fish, birds, and aquatic plants. The lake is also a critical water source for the Guadalajara metropolitan area. Protecting water quality in this basin is essential for maintaining biodiversity and ensuring safe water supplies for downstream communities.
Frequently asked questions
The Jamay wastewater treatment plant is located in Jamay, in the state of Jalisco, Mexico, within the Región Ciénega. Its address is Calle Ramón Corona, San Antonio, Jamay, Jalisco.
The Jamay plant serves approximately 20,035 residents in the municipality of Jamay and surrounding areas.
The plant discharges treated effluent into the Lerma-Chapala basin, which ultimately flows into Lake Chapala, Mexico's largest freshwater lake.
The plant operates under Mexico's Ley de Aguas Nacionales and Normas Oficiales Mexicanas (NOMs), which set discharge standards for municipal wastewater to protect water quality.
For agglomerations of this size, Mexican regulations typically require secondary treatment to reduce organic matter and suspended solids before discharge into surface waters.
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