Overview
Quetchehueca wastewater treatment plant serves about 4,200 people in Sonora, Mexico. The facility is located within 50 km of the coast, discharging into the local watershed.
Quetchehueca wastewater treatment plant is located in the town of Quetchehueca, within the municipality of Cajeme in the state of Sonora, Mexico. The plant serves a population of approximately 4,222 residents, making it a small-scale facility in a semi-arid region of northwestern Mexico. As a Mexican wastewater treatment plant, it operates under the national water regulations enforced by CONAGUA (Comisión Nacional del Agua). For small agglomerations like this, secondary treatment is typically required to reduce organic load and suspended solids before discharge. The regulatory framework ensures basic treatment standards are met. The plant discharges treated wastewater into the local drainage system, which ultimately flows into the Gulf of California. The region's water bodies support diverse aquatic life and are important for local fisheries and agriculture. Proper treatment is essential to protect downstream ecosystems and coastal water quality.
Environmental context
The plant's discharge enters the local watershed in Sonora, which drains into the Gulf of California. This coastal region supports important marine habitats, including estuaries and wetlands that serve as nurseries for fish and migratory birds. The semi-arid climate means water resources are limited, making effective wastewater treatment crucial for maintaining water quality in downstream rivers and the coastal zone.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Quetchehueca, a town in the municipality of Cajeme, Sonora, Mexico.
The plant serves approximately 4,222 residents of Quetchehueca and surrounding areas.
The plant discharges treated wastewater into the local drainage system, which flows into the Gulf of California via rivers in the Sonora region.
The plant operates under Mexican national water regulations enforced by CONAGUA, which set standards for wastewater treatment and discharge to protect water quality.
For small agglomerations in Mexico, secondary treatment is typically required to reduce organic matter and suspended solids before discharge, in line with national standards.
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