Overview
NIo wastewater treatment plant in Nío, Sinaloa, Mexico, serves 7,302 people with secondary treatment. It discharges 691.20 m³/day of treated wastewater into local water bodies.
The NIo wastewater treatment plant is located in Nío, a locality in the municipality of Guasave, Sinaloa, Mexico. It serves a population of 7,302 and operates with secondary treatment, which is typical for small to medium agglomerations in Mexico. The plant has a designed capacity of 950.40 m³/day and currently treats 691.20 m³/day, indicating operational headroom. Under Mexican regulations, wastewater treatment plants are required to meet discharge standards set by the National Water Commission (CONAGUA). Secondary treatment is the minimum standard for municipal wastewater, ensuring removal of organic matter and suspended solids. The plant's performance is subject to compliance with official Mexican standards (NOM-001-SEMARNAT-1996) for discharge into national waters. The treated effluent is discharged into local water bodies that eventually drain into the Pacific Ocean via the Sinaloa river system. The region's watershed supports agricultural activities and diverse aquatic life. Proper treatment at this plant helps protect downstream ecosystems and water quality for communities and wildlife.
Environmental context
The NIo plant discharges into local streams that are part of the Sinaloa river basin, which flows into the Pacific Ocean. This coastal watershed supports agriculture and fisheries, making water quality crucial for both human use and ecological health. The plant's secondary treatment reduces organic pollution, protecting downstream habitats and the marine environment from excessive nutrient loading.
Frequently asked questions
The NIo plant is located at Avenida Comercio, Nío, Guasave, Sinaloa, Mexico, serving the local community.
The plant serves a population of 7,302 people, typical of a small agglomeration in Mexico.
The plant discharges treated effluent into local water bodies that are part of the Sinaloa river basin, eventually reaching the Pacific Ocean.
The plant provides secondary treatment, which is the standard for municipal wastewater in Mexico, removing organic matter and suspended solids.
The plant operates under Mexican regulations, specifically NOM-001-SEMARNAT-1996, which sets discharge limits for pollutants into national waters.
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