Overview
El Sauzal wastewater treatment plant serves Ensenada, Baja California, Mexico. It treats wastewater from approximately 34,410 people and is located within 50 km of the Pacific coast.
El Sauzal is a wastewater treatment plant located in Ensenada, Baja California, Mexico. It serves a population of approximately 34,410 people, making it a medium-sized facility in the region. The plant is situated near the Pacific coast, within 50 km of the shoreline, and operates under Mexico's national water regulations. As a plant serving a medium-sized agglomeration, El Sauzal is expected to provide at least secondary treatment under Mexican environmental standards (NOM-001-SEMARNAT-1996 and subsequent updates). The facility is part of the municipal wastewater infrastructure for Ensenada, a coastal city in Baja California. The treated effluent from El Sauzal ultimately discharges into the Pacific Ocean, likely via a local arroyo or coastal outfall. The receiving waters support marine ecosystems along the Baja California coast, including fisheries and migratory species. The plant plays a key role in protecting coastal water quality and public health in the Ensenada area.
Environmental context
El Sauzal discharges treated wastewater into the Pacific Ocean near Ensenada, Baja California. The coastal waters in this region support diverse marine life, including fish, invertebrates, and seabirds. The plant's location within 50 km of the coast means its effluent can affect nearshore habitats and water quality. Proper treatment is essential to minimize nutrient loading and pathogen risks to the marine environment.
Frequently asked questions
El Sauzal is located in Ensenada, Baja California, Mexico, near the Pacific coast.
El Sauzal serves approximately 34,410 people in the Ensenada area.
El Sauzal discharges treated wastewater into the Pacific Ocean, likely via a coastal outfall or arroyo.
El Sauzal operates under Mexican environmental standards, including NOM-001-SEMARNAT, which sets discharge limits for wastewater treatment plants.
For medium-sized agglomerations in Mexico, secondary treatment is typically required to meet national water quality standards.
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