Pimentel Wastewater Treatment Plant - Coastal Lambayeque, Peru

The Pimentel wastewater treatment plant is located in the Señor del Campo area of Pimentel, a coastal district in the Lambayeque region of Peru. The plant serves a population of about 16,244 people, reflecting its role in managing municipal wastewater for this growing community. The plant operates under Peru's national wastewater regulations, which require appropriate treatment for discharges into sensitive coastal environments. For a facility of this scale, secondary treatment is typically expected to protect public health and the environment. The plant's treated effluent ultimately reaches the Pacific Ocean via local drainage systems. As a coastal facility, it plays a critical role in safeguarding marine water quality and supporting the region's tourism and fishing industries.

Pimentel lies on the Pacific coast of northern Peru, within the Sechura Desert ecoregion. The plant discharges into the Pacific Ocean, which supports diverse marine life including important fisheries. The nearby La Leche River and other seasonal waterways drain into this coastal zone, making proper wastewater treatment essential to prevent nutrient loading and protect nearshore habitats.