Overview
Tetela del Volcán wastewater treatment plant serves approximately 10,852 people in Morelos, Mexico. The facility has a designed capacity of 1.00 unit and operates under Mexican wastewater regulations.
The Tetela del Volcán wastewater treatment plant is located in the municipality of Tetela del Volcán, Morelos, Mexico. It serves a population of around 10,852 residents, placing it in the small to medium agglomeration category. The plant is situated inland, away from coastal areas, and its operations are governed by Mexican environmental standards for wastewater treatment. As a facility serving a community of this size, the plant is expected to meet secondary treatment standards under Mexican regulations (NOM-001-SEMARNAT), which set discharge limits for pollutants. The plant's operational status and permit information are not disclosed in public records. The treated effluent from the plant likely discharges into local watercourses that drain into the Balsas River basin, one of Mexico's major hydrological systems. This basin supports agricultural activities and provides water for downstream communities. Proper treatment helps protect water quality in the region's rivers and contributes to the ecological health of the surrounding environment.
Environmental context
The plant is located in the state of Morelos, within the Balsas River basin, which drains into the Pacific Ocean via the Balsas River. The region's watershed supports diverse aquatic life and is important for local agriculture. Effective wastewater treatment is crucial to prevent nutrient pollution and maintain water quality in this semi-arid area, where water resources are seasonally limited.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Tetela del Volcán, Morelos, Mexico, at Avenida López Avelar. It serves the local municipality.
The plant serves approximately 10,852 people, classifying it as a small to medium-sized agglomeration.
The treated effluent is discharged into local watercourses that flow into the Balsas River basin, ultimately reaching the Pacific Ocean.
The plant operates under Mexican regulations, primarily NOM-001-SEMARNAT, which sets discharge limits for wastewater to protect water quality.
For communities of this size, secondary treatment is standard under Mexican law, which removes organic matter and suspended solids.
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