Los Organos Wastewater Treatment Plant, Los Órganos, Piura, Peru

Los Organos wastewater treatment plant is located in the coastal town of Los Órganos, in the Piura region of northern Peru. The plant serves a population of 6,434 and is situated near the Pacific coast, within 50 km of the shoreline. In Peru, wastewater treatment is regulated by the Ministry of Housing, Construction and Sanitation, with standards set by the National Water Authority. For small coastal communities, primary or secondary treatment is typical, with effluent often discharged into the ocean. The plant's receiving water body is likely the Pacific Ocean, given its coastal proximity. The area supports marine biodiversity, including fisheries and coastal ecosystems. Proper treatment is essential to protect water quality and marine life in this ecologically sensitive region.

The plant is located near the Pacific coast in northern Peru, within the Piura region. Treated wastewater likely discharges into the Pacific Ocean, which supports diverse marine life, including fish stocks and coastal habitats. The area is part of the Humboldt Current system, known for its high productivity. Protecting water quality is critical for local fisheries and tourism.