Overview
Tomatlán wastewater treatment plant serves the coastal community of Tomatlán, Jalisco, Mexico. The facility treats municipal wastewater for approximately 10,400 residents.
The Tomatlán wastewater treatment plant is located in the coastal town of Tomatlán, in the state of Jalisco, Mexico. It serves a population of approximately 10,400 people, making it a small to medium-sized municipal facility. The plant is situated in the Costa Norte region, near the Pacific coast. As a Mexican wastewater treatment facility, the plant operates under national regulations, including the Mexican Official Standards (NOMs) for wastewater discharge. For a community of this size, secondary treatment is typically required to meet environmental standards. The plant's discharge is regulated by the National Water Commission (CONAGUA), which issues permits and monitors compliance. The treated effluent from the plant is likely discharged into a local watercourse that flows toward the Pacific Ocean. The region's coastal environment supports diverse marine and estuarine habitats. Proper treatment is essential to protect water quality in the nearby coastal zone and to safeguard public health and local ecosystems.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into a local stream or river that eventually reaches the Pacific Ocean near Tomatlán. The coastal waters of Jalisco support important marine biodiversity, including fish nurseries and migratory species. Effective wastewater treatment is critical to prevent nutrient pollution and protect the health of the nearshore marine environment.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Tomatlán, in the Costa Norte region of Jalisco, Mexico, near the Pacific coast.
The plant serves approximately 10,400 residents of Tomatlán and surrounding areas.
The treated effluent is discharged into a local watercourse that flows toward the Pacific Ocean, contributing to the region's coastal water quality.
The plant operates under Mexican federal regulations, including NOM-001-SEMARNAT-1996, which sets limits for pollutants in wastewater discharges. CONAGUA issues discharge permits and oversees compliance.
For a community of this size, secondary treatment is standard, often using biological processes such as activated sludge or lagoons, to meet national discharge standards.
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