Overview
Otates wastewater treatment plant in Compostela, Nayarit, Mexico, serves 1,369 people with secondary treatment. It discharges 129.60 cubic meters per day and is located near the coast.
The Otates wastewater treatment plant is located in Compostela, Nayarit, Mexico, serving a small community of 1,369 people. The plant provides secondary treatment, a standard level for municipal wastewater in Mexico, and has a designed capacity of 216.00 cubic meters per day, with a current discharge volume of 129.60 cubic meters per day. As a coastal facility within 10 km of the Pacific Ocean, the plant plays a critical role in protecting marine water quality. Under Mexican regulations (NOM-001-SEMARNAT-1996), secondary treatment is required for discharges into coastal waters to meet pollutant limits. The plant's operation contributes to safeguarding the local environment and downstream ecosystems, including the nearby Pacific coastal zone.
Environmental context
The Otates plant discharges treated wastewater into the Pacific coastal zone near Compostela, Nayarit. This region supports diverse marine life and is part of a broader watershed that drains from the Sierra Madre Occidental to the ocean. The coastal waters are ecologically sensitive, hosting mangroves, estuaries, and important fisheries. Proper treatment helps prevent nutrient pollution and protects these habitats.
Frequently asked questions
The Otates plant is located in Compostela, Nayarit, Mexico, at Amado Nervo street in the Otates y Cantarranas area.
The plant serves a population of 1,369 people in the Compostela area.
The plant discharges treated wastewater into the Pacific coastal zone, as it is located within 10 km of the coast.
The plant provides secondary treatment, which is the standard required by Mexican regulations for discharges into coastal waters.
The plant operates under Mexico's NOM-001-SEMARNAT-1996, which sets pollutant limits for wastewater discharges into national waters, including coastal areas. Secondary treatment is typically required for municipal plants of this scale.
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