Overview
Tenancingo wastewater treatment plant serves Tenancingo de Degollado in Estado de México, Mexico. It handles a population of approximately 13,554 and operates under Mexican water quality regulations.
The Tenancingo wastewater treatment plant is located in Tenancingo de Degollado, Estado de México, Mexico. It serves a population of about 13,554 people, making it a medium-sized facility for the region. The plant is situated inland, away from coastal areas, and its operations are part of the municipal wastewater infrastructure. As a Mexican wastewater treatment facility, Tenancingo operates under the federal water pollution control regulations enforced by the National Water Commission (CONAGUA). Plants of this scale are typically required to meet secondary treatment standards to reduce organic matter and suspended solids before discharge. The regulatory framework ensures compliance with national discharge standards. The treated effluent from the plant is discharged into local water bodies that eventually drain into the Balsas River basin, one of Mexico's major hydrological systems. This basin supports diverse aquatic life and provides water for agriculture and communities downstream. Proper treatment is essential to protect water quality and ecosystem health in this region.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into local streams that flow into the Balsas River basin, which ultimately drains into the Pacific Ocean. The Balsas River is a vital water source for central Mexico, supporting agriculture, industry, and biodiversity. The surrounding watershed includes ecologically sensitive areas that require protection from nutrient pollution and pathogens, making effective wastewater treatment crucial for maintaining downstream water quality.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Tenancingo de Degollado, Estado de México, Mexico, at Calle Guadalupe Victoria Norte, La Trinidad, El Rastro.
The plant serves approximately 13,554 people in the Tenancingo area.
The treated effluent is discharged into local water bodies that flow into the Balsas River basin, eventually reaching the Pacific Ocean.
The plant operates under Mexican federal regulations enforced by CONAGUA, which set discharge standards for organic matter and suspended solids.
Plants of this size in Mexico are typically required to provide secondary treatment, which includes biological processes to reduce pollutants before discharge.
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