Overview
El Arenal PTAR is a wastewater treatment plant serving Pueblo Nuevo de Colán in Piura, Peru. It has a designed capacity of 1.00 unit and serves a population of 7,766.
El Arenal PTAR is a wastewater treatment facility located in Pueblo Nuevo de Colán, within the Piura region of Peru. The plant serves a population of approximately 7,766 residents and has a designed capacity of 1.00 unit, indicating it is a small-scale facility catering to the local community. As a plant in Peru, El Arenal PTAR operates under Peru's national wastewater regulations, which are aligned with general environmental standards. For small agglomerations like this, secondary treatment is typically expected to protect water quality. The plant's capacity suggests it handles the domestic wastewater from the area. The plant's discharge likely flows into local water bodies that drain into the Pacific Ocean, given its proximity to the coast. The Piura region is characterized by arid coastal plains and seasonal rivers, making proper wastewater treatment crucial for protecting downstream ecosystems and public health.
Environmental context
El Arenal PTAR is situated in the Piura region of Peru, near the Pacific coast. The treated wastewater likely discharges into local streams or the Piura River basin, which ultimately drains into the Pacific Ocean. This coastal environment supports diverse marine life and is important for local fisheries. Proper treatment helps prevent nutrient pollution and protects the sensitive coastal ecosystem.
Frequently asked questions
El Arenal PTAR is located in Pueblo Nuevo de Colán, in the province of Paita, Piura region, Peru. The address is Carretera Pueblo Nuevo de Colán - Arenal, Mal Paso.
El Arenal PTAR serves a population of approximately 7,766 people in the Pueblo Nuevo de Colán area.
The treated wastewater from El Arenal PTAR is likely discharged into local water bodies that flow toward the Pacific Ocean, given its coastal location in Piura.
El Arenal PTAR operates under Peru's national wastewater regulations, which set standards for effluent quality and treatment. For small plants like this, secondary treatment is typically required to protect water resources.
For a plant serving around 7,800 people in Peru, secondary treatment is standard. This involves biological processes to reduce organic matter and suspended solids, ensuring the effluent meets environmental standards before discharge.
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