Overview
Túcume wastewater treatment plant serves approximately 20,966 people in Lambayeque, Peru. The facility is located inland, over 50 km from the coast, and discharges into the local watershed.
The Túcume wastewater treatment plant is located in the town of Túcume, within the Lambayeque region of northern Peru. The facility serves a population of around 20,966, placing it in the medium agglomeration category for the region. As part of Peru's municipal wastewater infrastructure, the plant plays a key role in managing domestic sewage from this historic area. Plants of this scale in Peru typically operate under national regulations that require secondary treatment or equivalent. The facility is subject to Peru's environmental standards for wastewater discharge, which align with broader Latin American regulatory frameworks. The plant's treated effluent is discharged into the local drainage system, which ultimately flows into the Pacific Ocean via the Chancay-Lambayeque River system. The region is part of the Sechura Desert ecoregion, characterized by arid conditions and seasonal river flows. The downstream environment supports agricultural irrigation and sustains local wetlands, making proper treatment essential for protecting water quality and ecosystem health.
Environmental context
The Túcume plant discharges into the Chancay-Lambayeque River basin, which drains into the Pacific Ocean. This arid coastal region relies on seasonal river flows for irrigation and domestic use. The downstream environment includes agricultural areas and remnant wetlands that support migratory birds and local biodiversity. Effective wastewater treatment is critical to prevent nutrient loading and pathogen contamination in this water-scarce region.
Frequently asked questions
The Túcume wastewater treatment plant is located in the town of Túcume, in the Lambayeque region of northern Peru.
The plant serves approximately 20,966 people, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration in Peru's wastewater infrastructure.
The treated effluent is discharged into the local drainage system, which flows into the Chancay-Lambayeque River and eventually reaches the Pacific Ocean.
The plant operates under Peru's national wastewater regulations, which set effluent standards for municipal treatment plants. These standards are designed to protect water quality in receiving water bodies.
For a medium-sized agglomeration like Túcume, secondary treatment is typically required to meet national discharge standards, ensuring removal of organic matter and pathogens.
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