San Francisco de Borja Wastewater Treatment Plant, Chihuahua, Mexico

San Francisco de Borja wastewater treatment plant is located in the municipality of San Francisco de Borja, Chihuahua, Mexico. It serves a population of 1,230 and operates with secondary treatment, which is the standard biological treatment for organic matter removal. The plant has a designed capacity of 216.00 volume units and currently discharges 172.80 volume units, indicating it is operating below its full capacity. The plant operates under Mexico's national water regulations, which are enforced by the National Water Commission (CONAGUA). For small communities like San Francisco de Borja, secondary treatment is typically required to meet discharge standards for municipal wastewater. The regulatory framework ensures that treated effluent meets quality criteria before being released into the environment. The treated wastewater from this plant is discharged into local water bodies that eventually drain into the Rio Conchos basin, a major tributary of the Rio Grande (Rio Bravo). This river system supports agriculture and ecosystems in the arid region of northern Mexico. Proper treatment helps protect downstream water quality and aquatic life in the Rio Conchos watershed.

The plant discharges into the Rio Conchos basin, which flows into the Rio Grande (Rio Bravo) and ultimately reaches the Gulf of Mexico. The region is semi-arid, and the river supports irrigation and wildlife. Effective wastewater treatment is critical to prevent nutrient pollution and maintain water quality for downstream communities and ecosystems.