Overview
Dona Ana Co South Central Regional wastewater treatment plant serves Doña Ana County, New Mexico, USA. It treats wastewater for a population of approximately 10,400.
The Dona Ana Co South Central Regional wastewater treatment plant is located in Doña Ana County, New Mexico, United States. It serves a population of about 10,400 residents in the region. As a US facility, the plant operates under the Clean Water Act and is subject to National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permitting. For a plant serving this population size, secondary treatment is typically required, with potential additional nutrient removal depending on the receiving water body's sensitivity. The plant's treated effluent is discharged into the local watershed, which drains into the Rio Grande. The Rio Grande flows southward, eventually reaching the Gulf of Mexico. The plant plays a key role in protecting water quality in this arid region, where water resources are critical for agriculture and ecosystems.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Rio Grande basin, a vital water source in the arid Southwest. The Rio Grande flows through New Mexico and Texas before reaching the Gulf of Mexico. Downstream ecosystems include riparian habitats and agricultural areas that depend on the river's flow. Protecting water quality is essential for sustaining these ecosystems and the region's water supply.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located at 874 East Sloan Road, Doña Ana County, New Mexico, 88044, United States.
The plant serves approximately 10,400 people in the Doña Ana County area.
The plant discharges treated effluent into the local watershed, which flows into the Rio Grande. The Rio Grande ultimately drains into the Gulf of Mexico.
As a US wastewater treatment plant, it operates under the Clean Water Act and is regulated by an NPDES permit issued by the New Mexico Environment Department or the US EPA.
Plants of this size typically provide secondary treatment, which includes biological processes to remove organic matter and suspended solids. Some may also include disinfection and nutrient removal depending on permit requirements.
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