Overview
Huasabas wastewater treatment plant serves the town of Huásabas, Sonora, Mexico, with secondary treatment. It processes approximately 213 cubic meters of wastewater daily, protecting local water resources.
The Huasabas wastewater treatment plant is located in Huásabas, Sonora, Mexico, serving a population of about 1,065 residents. This facility plays a key role in managing municipal wastewater for this small community in the Sierra Madre Occidental region. The plant provides secondary treatment, which is appropriate for a community of this size. In Mexico, wastewater treatment plants are regulated under the National Water Law (Ley de Aguas Nacionales) and NOM-001-SEMARNAT-1996, which sets discharge limits for pollutants. The plant's designed capacity is 193.54 cubic meters per day, and it currently treats 213.41 cubic meters per day, indicating it operates near its capacity. The treated effluent is discharged into the local watershed, which ultimately drains into the Yaqui River basin. This river system supports agriculture and ecosystems in Sonora. Proper treatment helps protect downstream water quality and aquatic life in this arid region where water resources are scarce.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Yaqui River basin, which flows through Sonora and into the Gulf of California. This watershed supports diverse aquatic life and is important for local agriculture. The region's arid climate makes water quality management critical for maintaining ecosystem health and water availability for communities downstream.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located at Calle Profesor Manuel Antonio Urquijo Loreto in Huásabas, Sonora, Mexico.
The plant serves approximately 1,065 residents of Huásabas and surrounding areas.
The treated effluent is discharged into the local watershed, which flows into the Yaqui River basin and eventually reaches the Gulf of California.
The plant provides secondary treatment, which is the standard for municipal wastewater in Mexico under NOM-001-SEMARNAT-1996 regulations.
Plants in Mexico must comply with the National Water Law and NOM-001-SEMARNAT-1996, which sets maximum pollutant levels for discharges. For small communities like Huásabas, secondary treatment is typically sufficient to meet these standards.
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