Overview
Quimichis wastewater treatment plant in Tecuala, Nayarit, Mexico, serves 4,556 people with secondary treatment. It discharges 777.60 m³/day and is located within 10 km of the Pacific coast.
Quimichis is a wastewater treatment plant located in Tecuala, Nayarit, Mexico, serving a population of 4,556. The plant is situated near the Pacific coast, within 10 km of the shoreline, and operates under Mexico's national water regulations. The plant provides secondary treatment, a standard level for municipal wastewater in Mexico. It has a designed capacity of 1,123.20 m³/day and currently discharges 777.60 m³/day of treated effluent. As a coastal facility, it must comply with Mexican Official Standards (NOM-001-SEMARNAT) for discharge into marine waters. The treated effluent likely drains into the Pacific Ocean via local waterways, impacting coastal ecosystems. The region supports diverse marine life and is part of the larger Gulf of California watershed, which is ecologically significant for fisheries and biodiversity.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Pacific Ocean near the coast of Nayarit, a region known for its lagoons and estuaries that support migratory birds and marine species. The receiving waters are part of the larger Gulf of California basin, which is a critical habitat for fish, crustaceans, and sea turtles. Proper treatment is essential to prevent nutrient loading and protect coastal water quality.
Frequently asked questions
Quimichis WWTP is located in Tecuala, Nayarit, Mexico, near the Pacific coast.
The plant serves a population of 4,556 people.
The plant discharges treated effluent into the Pacific Ocean via local waterways, as it is within 10 km of the coast.
Quimichis provides secondary treatment, which is standard for municipal plants in Mexico under NOM-001-SEMARNAT.
The plant operates under Mexican Official Standards (NOM-001-SEMARNAT) for wastewater discharge, which set limits for pollutants based on receiving water body type.
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