Overview
San Juan wastewater treatment plant serves the Lima metropolitan area in Peru. It is located in Lurín, Lima, and serves a population of over 838,000 people.
San Juan is a major wastewater treatment plant serving the Lima metropolitan area in Peru. Located in the district of Lurín, it handles wastewater from a large urban population of over 838,000 people, making it a critical component of the region's sanitation infrastructure. The plant operates under Peru's national wastewater regulations, which align with international standards for large agglomerations. Plants of this scale typically employ secondary or advanced treatment to meet environmental standards. The designed capacity is reported as 1.00, though the unit is unspecified. Treated effluent from San Juan ultimately discharges into the Pacific Ocean via the Lurín River or nearby coastal waters. The receiving environment is ecologically sensitive, supporting marine biodiversity and coastal ecosystems. Proper treatment is essential to protect water quality and public health in the Lima region.
Environmental context
The plant's discharge likely enters the Lurín River, which flows into the Pacific Ocean near Lima. The coastal waters off Peru are part of the Humboldt Current system, a highly productive marine ecosystem supporting fisheries and diverse aquatic life. Effective wastewater treatment is crucial to prevent nutrient pollution and protect this ecologically important area.
Frequently asked questions
The San Juan plant is located in the Lurín district of Lima, Peru, along Avenida Colectora in the Macropolis area.
The plant serves a population of approximately 838,623 people in the Lima metropolitan area.
The treated effluent from San Juan is likely discharged into the Lurín River, which flows into the Pacific Ocean.
The plant operates under Peru's national wastewater regulations, which set standards for effluent quality and environmental protection.
Large plants in Peru typically employ secondary or advanced treatment processes to meet regulatory standards and protect receiving waters.
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