Overview
La Capilla is a secondary wastewater treatment plant serving Baviácora, Sonora, Mexico. It treats wastewater from a small population of 301, with a discharge volume of 28.51 units and a designed capacity of 21.60 units.
La Capilla is a wastewater treatment plant located in Baviácora, Sonora, Mexico. It serves a small community of 301 people, reflecting its role in rural wastewater management within the state. The plant is situated inland, away from coastal areas, and its operations are part of Mexico's national water infrastructure. The plant provides secondary treatment, a standard level for small agglomerations under Mexican regulations (NOM-001-SEMARNAT-1996). Secondary treatment typically involves biological processes to reduce organic matter and suspended solids. The plant's discharge volume of 28.51 units and designed capacity of 21.60 units indicate it operates within its intended scale. The treated effluent is discharged into local water bodies, likely contributing to the Sonora River basin, which flows through the region. This basin supports agricultural activities and local ecosystems. Proper treatment helps protect downstream water quality and aquatic life in the arid Sonoran environment.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Sonora River basin, which flows through central Sonora and eventually reaches the Gulf of California. This arid region relies on limited surface water for irrigation and habitat. Secondary treatment reduces organic pollutants, supporting the ecological health of the river and downstream coastal waters.
Frequently asked questions
La Capilla is located in Baviácora, Sonora, Mexico, in the inland region of the state.
The plant serves a small population of 301 people, typical of a rural community treatment facility.
The treated effluent is discharged into local water bodies within the Sonora River basin, which flows toward the Gulf of California.
La Capilla provides secondary treatment, which is the standard requirement under Mexican regulations for small agglomerations.
The plant operates under Mexico's NOM-001-SEMARNAT-1996, which sets discharge limits for pollutants. Secondary treatment is typical for communities of this size.
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