Overview
Chilca wastewater treatment plant serves the town of Chilca in the Lima region of Peru. It is located near the Pacific coast and serves a population of approximately 8,249.
The Chilca wastewater treatment plant is located in the town of Chilca, within the Cañete province of the Lima region in Peru. The plant serves a population of about 8,249 residents, placing it in the small agglomeration category. Its proximity to the Pacific coast (within 50 km) makes coastal discharge a relevant consideration. As a Peruvian wastewater facility, the plant operates under the country's national water quality regulations, which are overseen by the National Water Authority (ANA). For small agglomerations like Chilca, secondary treatment is typically expected to meet effluent standards for organic matter and suspended solids. The plant's treated effluent likely discharges into a local watercourse that flows toward the Pacific Ocean, contributing to the coastal watershed of central Peru. The downstream environment includes the productive marine waters of the Humboldt Current, which support diverse fisheries and marine life. Proper treatment is essential to protect coastal water quality and the ecological health of the nearshore zone.
Environmental context
The Chilca plant is situated in the coastal watershed of central Peru, with treated effluent likely entering a local stream or arroyo that drains into the Pacific Ocean. The receiving marine environment is part of the Humboldt Current system, a highly productive upwelling zone that supports abundant fish stocks, seabirds, and marine mammals. Protecting this coastal ecosystem from nutrient and pathogen pollution is critical for maintaining biodiversity and the livelihoods of local fishing communities.
Frequently asked questions
The Chilca wastewater treatment plant is located in the town of Chilca, in the Cañete province of the Lima region, Peru. It is situated near the Pacific coast, within 50 km of the shoreline.
The plant serves approximately 8,249 residents, classifying it as a small agglomeration under typical wastewater management frameworks.
The treated effluent from the Chilca plant is likely discharged into a local watercourse that flows toward the Pacific Ocean. The plant's coastal proximity suggests eventual marine discharge.
The plant operates under Peru's national water quality regulations, enforced by the National Water Authority (ANA). These regulations set effluent standards for organic matter, solids, and other pollutants, typically requiring secondary treatment for small agglomerations.
For a small agglomeration of about 8,000 people in Peru, secondary treatment is typically required to meet national effluent standards. This involves biological processes to reduce organic matter and suspended solids before discharge.
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