Overview
Parque Industrial del Valle de Aguascalientes PIVA is a wastewater treatment plant in Jesús María, Aguascalientes, Mexico, serving approximately 14,887 people. It has a designed capacity of 1.00 unit and operates under Mexican wastewater regulations.
Parque Industrial del Valle de Aguascalientes PIVA is a wastewater treatment plant located in Jesús María, Aguascalientes, Mexico. It serves an estimated population of 14,887 people, placing it in the medium agglomeration category for Mexican wastewater infrastructure. The plant is situated in an inland industrial area, supporting local manufacturing and residential needs. The plant operates under Mexico's national wastewater standards, which require secondary treatment for municipal discharges. The designed capacity of 1.00 unit suggests a facility sized for the local population and industrial load. Mexican regulations, such as NOM-001-SEMARNAT, set discharge limits for pollutants to protect water quality. The plant discharges into the local watershed, which drains into the Río San Pedro and eventually into the Río Grande de Santiago, a major river system flowing into the Pacific Ocean. This water body supports diverse aquatic life and is important for regional agriculture and water supply. The plant's operation helps protect downstream ecosystems and communities from untreated wastewater.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Río San Pedro basin, which flows into the Río Grande de Santiago and ultimately reaches the Pacific Ocean. This watershed supports agricultural irrigation and provides habitat for native fish and bird species. The region's semi-arid climate makes water quality management critical for maintaining ecological balance and human water use.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located at Calle Ignacio Allende, Jesús María, Aguascalientes, 20920, Mexico, within an industrial park serving the local community.
The plant serves approximately 14,887 people, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration under Mexican wastewater standards.
The plant discharges into the local watershed, which drains into the Río San Pedro and eventually the Río Grande de Santiago, following Mexican discharge regulations.
The plant operates under Mexico's NOM-001-SEMARNAT standard, which sets limits for pollutants in wastewater discharges to protect water bodies.
For medium-sized agglomerations, Mexican regulations typically require secondary treatment, such as activated sludge or lagoon systems, to meet discharge standards.
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