Juchitan Wastewater Treatment Plant, Juchitán, Guerrero, Mexico

The Juchitan wastewater treatment plant is located in Juchitán, Guerrero, Mexico, serving a population of 5,476. The facility provides secondary treatment and has a designed capacity of 864.00 cubic meters per day, with a current discharge volume of 518.40 cubic meters per day. As a coastal plant within 10 km of the Pacific Ocean, it plays a key role in protecting local water quality. Under Mexican regulations (NOM-001-SEMARNAT-1996), secondary treatment is standard for municipal plants of this scale. The plant's capacity utilization suggests it operates below full capacity, which may allow for future growth. The facility is part of the national wastewater infrastructure managed by local authorities. The plant discharges treated wastewater into the local watershed, which ultimately drains into the Pacific Ocean. The coastal environment supports diverse marine life and is important for local fisheries. Proper treatment helps prevent nutrient pollution and protects downstream ecosystems.

The plant discharges into the Pacific coastal watershed near Juchitán, Guerrero. The receiving waters eventually reach the Pacific Ocean, supporting mangrove ecosystems and marine biodiversity. The region's tropical climate and coastal location make it sensitive to nutrient loading, which can cause algal blooms and harm aquatic life. Effective secondary treatment reduces organic matter and pathogens, safeguarding both human health and the environment.