Overview
Metepec wastewater treatment plant serves approximately 31,644 people in Metepec, Estado de México, Mexico. The facility has a designed capacity of 1.00 volume unit and operates under Mexican water quality regulations.
The Metepec wastewater treatment plant is a municipal facility located in Metepec, Estado de México, Mexico. It serves an estimated population of 31,644 residents, placing it in the medium agglomeration category for the region. The plant is situated in the Toluca Valley, an inland area with significant industrial and urban development. The plant operates under Mexico's national water quality standards, which require secondary treatment for municipal wastewater. The designed capacity is 1.00 volume unit, and the facility is expected to comply with discharge limits set by the Comisión Nacional del Agua (CONAGUA). As a medium-sized plant, it likely incorporates biological treatment to reduce organic pollutants and suspended solids. The treated effluent is discharged into local water bodies that eventually drain into the Lerma River basin, a critical water source for central Mexico. The Lerma River flows into Lake Chapala, Mexico's largest freshwater lake, which supports diverse aquatic life and provides water for agriculture and human consumption. Proper treatment at Metepec helps protect downstream ecosystems and water quality in this important basin.
Environmental context
The Metepec plant discharges into the Lerma River basin, which flows through central Mexico and ultimately reaches Lake Chapala. This watershed supports a variety of aquatic species and provides irrigation and drinking water for millions of people. The region faces challenges from industrial and agricultural runoff, making effective wastewater treatment essential for maintaining ecological balance and preventing eutrophication in downstream water bodies.
Frequently asked questions
The Metepec wastewater treatment plant is located at 116 Avenida Estado de México, Metepec, Estado de México, 52140, Mexico. It serves the municipality of Metepec in the Toluca Valley.
The Metepec plant serves approximately 31,644 people, classifying it as a medium-sized municipal wastewater treatment facility in Mexico.
The treated effluent from the Metepec plant is discharged into local water bodies that are part of the Lerma River basin, which eventually flows into Lake Chapala.
The Metepec plant operates under Mexico's national water quality standards enforced by CONAGUA. These regulations require secondary treatment for municipal wastewater to protect water resources.
For medium-sized agglomerations like Metepec, typical treatment includes primary sedimentation followed by biological secondary treatment, such as activated sludge or lagoon systems, to meet Mexican discharge standards.
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