Overview
Los Cangrejos wastewater treatment plant serves Cabo San Lucas, Baja California Sur, Mexico. It is located within 50 km of the coast and serves a population of approximately 18,785.
Los Cangrejos is a wastewater treatment plant located in Cabo San Lucas, within the municipality of Los Cabos, Baja California Sur, Mexico. The plant serves a population of about 18,785 residents, placing it in the medium agglomeration category for Mexican wastewater infrastructure. As a Mexican facility, Los Cangrejos operates under the national water regulations enforced by CONAGUA (Comisión Nacional del Agua). The plant's proximity to the coast (within 50 km) means its treated effluent likely discharges into the Pacific Ocean via local drainage. Cabo San Lucas is a major tourist destination, making effective wastewater treatment critical for protecting coastal water quality and marine ecosystems in the region.
Environmental context
Los Cangrejos plant is situated in the arid Baja California Sur region, where water resources are scarce and coastal ecosystems are sensitive. The treated wastewater likely flows into the Pacific Ocean near Cabo San Lucas, an area known for its diverse marine life and coral habitats. Protecting this coastal environment from nutrient pollution and pathogens is essential for maintaining water quality and supporting local fisheries and tourism.
Frequently asked questions
Los Cangrejos is located in Cabo San Lucas, within the municipality of Los Cabos, Baja California Sur, Mexico. The address is Ildefonso Green, Cabo San Lucas, 23469.
The plant serves approximately 18,785 people, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration under Mexican wastewater standards.
Given its coastal proximity (within 50 km of the Pacific Ocean), the plant likely discharges treated effluent into the ocean, either directly or via a local drainage system.
The plant operates under Mexico's national water regulations enforced by CONAGUA, which sets discharge standards for wastewater treatment plants to protect water quality.
For medium-sized agglomerations in Mexico, secondary treatment is typically required to meet CONAGUA standards, ensuring removal of organic matter and pathogens before discharge.
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