Overview
Opodepe wastewater treatment plant serves the small community of Opodepe in Sonora, Mexico. It provides secondary treatment for a population of 445, with a designed capacity of 224.64 m³/day and a discharge volume of 73.44 m³/day.
The Opodepe wastewater treatment plant is located in the town of Opodepe, within the state of Sonora, Mexico. This facility serves a small population of 445 residents, reflecting its role in a rural or semi-rural community. The plant is designed to handle a capacity of 224.64 cubic meters per day and currently discharges 73.44 cubic meters per day of treated wastewater. The plant operates with secondary treatment, which is a standard biological process that removes organic matter and suspended solids. For a small agglomeration of this size, secondary treatment aligns with typical requirements under Mexican environmental regulations (NOM-001-SEMARNAT), which set discharge standards based on receiving water body characteristics. The facility's capacity utilization appears moderate, indicating it has room to accommodate future growth. The treated effluent is likely discharged into a local arroyo or river system that eventually drains into the Gulf of California. The Sonora region is characterized by arid to semi-arid conditions, making water resources scarce and treatment important for protecting downstream ecosystems. The plant contributes to safeguarding local water quality and supporting the region's environmental health.
Environmental context
The Opodepe plant discharges into a local watercourse that is part of the Sonora River basin, which flows southwestward into the Gulf of California. This coastal ecosystem supports diverse marine life and is an important migratory corridor for fish and birds. The arid climate means that even small discharges can have significant ecological impacts, making proper treatment essential for maintaining water quality in downstream habitats.
Frequently asked questions
The Opodepe wastewater treatment plant is located in the town of Opodepe, in the state of Sonora, Mexico.
The plant serves a population of 445 residents, making it a small-scale facility for a rural community.
The plant provides secondary treatment, which typically involves biological processes to remove organic matter and suspended solids.
The plant operates under Mexican standard NOM-001-SEMARNAT, which sets discharge limits for pollutants based on the receiving water body. Secondary treatment is appropriate for small communities under this framework.
The plant has a designed capacity of 224.64 cubic meters per day, with a current discharge volume of 73.44 cubic meters per day.
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