Sedena 82 Batallon de Infanteria Wastewater Treatment Plant, Nanchital, Veracruz

Sedena 82 Batallon de Infanteria is a wastewater treatment plant located in Nanchital, Veracruz, Mexico. It serves a population of 1,825 and operates with a design capacity of 864 cubic meters per day, discharging 172.8 cubic meters per day. The plant provides secondary treatment, which is a standard level for municipal wastewater in Mexico. As a secondary treatment facility, the plant uses biological processes to reduce organic matter and suspended solids. It is situated within 10 kilometers of the coast, indicating potential environmental sensitivity. The plant's discharge volume is well below its design capacity, suggesting it may be underutilized or designed for future growth. The plant's treated effluent likely discharges into local water bodies that flow toward the Gulf of Mexico. The region's coastal environment supports diverse aquatic life and is important for local fisheries. Proper treatment is essential to protect water quality and marine ecosystems in this coastal area.

The plant is located near the coast of Veracruz, within 10 km of the Gulf of Mexico. Its discharge likely enters local streams or estuaries that flow into the Gulf, which supports diverse marine life and is an important fishing ground. The coastal wetlands and mangroves in the region provide critical habitat for migratory birds and aquatic species, making effective wastewater treatment crucial for preserving these ecosystems.