Overview
Santa Clara wastewater treatment plant serves Ate, Lima, Peru, handling a population of approximately 458,098. The plant is located inland, over 50 km from the coast, and discharges into the local watershed.
Santa Clara is a wastewater treatment plant located in the Ate district of Lima, Peru, serving a population of around 458,098. The plant is situated inland, more than 50 km from the Pacific coast, and plays a key role in managing municipal wastewater for this part of the Lima metropolitan area. The plant operates under Peru's national wastewater regulations, which align with international standards for large agglomerations. For a population of this scale, secondary treatment is typically required to reduce organic load and protect receiving waters. The treated effluent is discharged into the local water system, which ultimately drains into the Pacific Ocean via the Rimac River basin. The plant's operation is critical for maintaining water quality in the Rimac River, which supports aquatic life and provides water for downstream communities and ecosystems.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Rimac River basin, which flows through Lima and empties into the Pacific Ocean. The river supports diverse aquatic life and is an important water source for the region. Downstream, the coastal waters near Lima are ecologically sensitive, with marine habitats that depend on good water quality from upstream sources.
Frequently asked questions
The Santa Clara wastewater treatment plant is located in the Ate district of Lima, Peru, along Avenida Pedro Ruiz Gallo in the Santa Clara area.
The plant serves approximately 458,098 people, making it a large agglomeration under typical regulatory classifications.
The treated wastewater from Santa Clara is discharged into the local water system, which flows into the Rimac River basin and eventually reaches the Pacific Ocean.
The plant operates under Peru's national wastewater regulations, which require secondary treatment for large agglomerations to protect water quality in receiving water bodies.
For a population of this scale, secondary treatment is standard, often including biological processes to reduce organic matter and suspended solids before discharge.
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