Overview
La Poza Grande wastewater treatment plant in Baja California Sur, Mexico, serves 422 people with secondary treatment. It discharges 172.80 cubic meters daily and is located near the coast.
La Poza Grande wastewater treatment plant is located in the town of La Poza Grande, within the municipality of Comondú, Baja California Sur, Mexico. This facility serves a small population of 422 residents, reflecting its role in a rural or semi-rural community. The plant provides secondary treatment, which is a standard biological process that removes organic matter and suspended solids. With a designed capacity of 345.60 cubic meters per day and an actual discharge volume of 172.80 cubic meters per day, the plant operates at about half its capacity. As a Mexican facility, it falls under national water quality regulations (NOM-001-SEMARNAT) that set discharge limits for wastewater treatment plants. The plant's proximity to the coast (within 10 km) means its treated effluent likely drains into the Pacific Ocean via local arroyos or groundwater. This coastal discharge requires careful management to protect marine ecosystems, including the nearby Gulf of California, which is known for its high biodiversity and supports fisheries and tourism.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Pacific coastal watershed of Baja California Sur. Treated effluent likely flows through ephemeral streams or directly into the ocean, affecting nearshore marine habitats. The region's arid climate means water resources are scarce, and the coastal zone supports diverse marine life, including fish, invertebrates, and migratory birds. Protecting water quality is essential for maintaining the ecological health of the Gulf of California and its associated wetlands.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in La Poza Grande, a town in the municipality of Comondú, Baja California Sur, Mexico.
The plant serves a population of 422 people, indicating a small community facility.
The plant discharges treated effluent into the local environment, likely reaching the Pacific Ocean via coastal drainage, given its proximity to the coast.
The plant provides secondary treatment, which typically involves biological processes to reduce organic matter and suspended solids before discharge.
The plant operates under Mexican standard NOM-001-SEMARNAT, which sets maximum permissible limits for pollutants in wastewater discharges into national waters.
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