Overview
Siglo XXI wastewater treatment plant serves Campeche, Mexico, with a population of approximately 13,691. Located near the coast, it operates under Mexican water quality regulations.
Siglo XXI is a wastewater treatment plant located in Campeche, Mexico, serving a population of around 13,691. The plant is situated in the municipality of Campeche, within the state of Campeche, and is part of the municipal wastewater infrastructure for the region. As a plant serving a medium-sized agglomeration, it is subject to Mexican regulations under the National Water Commission (CONAGUA), which sets discharge standards for wastewater treatment. Plants of this scale typically employ secondary treatment to meet regulatory requirements for organic matter and suspended solids removal. The plant's proximity to the coast (within 50 km) means its treated effluent likely discharges into the Gulf of Mexico, either directly or via local watercourses. This coastal discharge requires compliance with standards to protect marine ecosystems and coastal water quality.
Environmental context
The plant is located near the Gulf of Mexico, a major marine ecosystem that supports diverse aquatic life, including fisheries and migratory species. Treated wastewater from Siglo XXI ultimately reaches the Gulf, where it must meet water quality standards to minimize impacts on coastal habitats and recreational waters. The region's tropical climate and seasonal rainfall influence runoff and dilution dynamics.
Frequently asked questions
Siglo XXI is located in Campeche, Mexico, on Calle Nicaragua in the municipality of Campeche, Campeche state.
The plant serves approximately 13,691 people in the Campeche area.
Given its coastal proximity, the plant likely discharges treated effluent into the Gulf of Mexico, either directly or through local drainage systems.
Siglo XXI operates under Mexican federal water quality standards enforced by CONAGUA, which set limits on pollutants in treated wastewater discharges.
Plants of this scale in Mexico typically employ secondary treatment processes, such as activated sludge or lagoons, to meet CONAGUA discharge standards.
Nearby plants