Overview
Miramar wastewater treatment plant serves 16,580 people in Acapulco, Guerrero, Mexico. It has a designed capacity of 1.00 unit and is located within 50 km of the coast.
Miramar is a wastewater treatment plant located in the Progreso neighborhood of Acapulco, Guerrero, Mexico. It serves a population of approximately 16,580 people, placing it in the small-to-medium agglomeration category. The plant is situated in a coastal urban area, with the Pacific Ocean nearby. As a Mexican wastewater facility, Miramar operates under the national regulatory framework established by the Comisión Nacional del Agua (CONAGUA) and the Ley de Aguas Nacionales. For plants serving populations between 10,000 and 100,000, secondary treatment is typically required to meet discharge standards. The plant's designed capacity is reported as 1.00, though the unit is unspecified. The treated effluent from Miramar likely discharges into local water bodies that drain into the Pacific Ocean. Acapulco's coastal waters support diverse marine life and are important for tourism and fisheries. Proper wastewater treatment is critical to protect these ecosystems from nutrient pollution and pathogens.
Environmental context
Miramar plant is located in Acapulco, Guerrero, on the Pacific coast of Mexico. The treated wastewater likely flows into local streams or directly into the Pacific Ocean via coastal drainage. The receiving waters support marine biodiversity, including coral reefs and fish populations, and are vital for the region's tourism-based economy. Effective treatment helps prevent eutrophication and protects public health in coastal communities.
Frequently asked questions
The Miramar plant is located in the Progreso neighborhood of Acapulco, Guerrero, Mexico, at Calle Orizaba, Progreso, Acapulco de Juarez, Guerrero, 39300.
The plant serves approximately 16,580 people, classifying it as a small-to-medium agglomeration under Mexican wastewater regulations.
The treated effluent likely discharges into local water bodies that drain into the Pacific Ocean, given the plant's proximity to the coast (within 50 km).
The plant operates under Mexico's Ley de Aguas Nacionales and is regulated by CONAGUA. For plants serving over 10,000 people, secondary treatment is typically required to meet discharge standards.
In Mexico, wastewater treatment plants serving populations between 10,000 and 100,000 are generally expected to provide secondary treatment, which includes biological processes to reduce organic matter and suspended solids.
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