Overview
Bisbee San Jose WWTF serves Naco, Arizona, treating wastewater for approximately 5,434 residents. The plant operates under the U.S. Clean Water Act, with discharge regulated by the EPA and Arizona Department of Environmental Quality.
Bisbee San Jose WWTF is a municipal wastewater treatment facility located in Naco, Cochise County, Arizona, serving a population of about 5,434. The plant is part of the region's water infrastructure, handling domestic wastewater from the community near the U.S.-Mexico border. As a U.S. facility, the plant operates under the Clean Water Act, with National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits issued by the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality. The plant's treated effluent likely discharges to a local watercourse within the San Pedro River basin, which flows south into Mexico and is an important riparian corridor in the arid Southwest. The San Pedro River supports diverse wildlife and is a critical migratory route for birds in the Sonoran Desert.
Environmental context
The plant is located in the San Pedro River watershed, a vital desert riparian ecosystem that supports over 400 species of birds and numerous mammals. The river flows from Arizona into Sonora, Mexico, eventually joining the Gila River. This region is ecologically sensitive due to its arid climate and reliance on groundwater, making wastewater treatment crucial for maintaining water quality and habitat.
Frequently asked questions
Bisbee San Jose WWTF is located in Naco, Cochise County, Arizona, near the U.S.-Mexico border.
The plant serves approximately 5,434 residents in the Naco area.
The plant likely discharges treated effluent to a local watercourse within the San Pedro River basin, which flows south into Mexico.
As a U.S. facility, it operates under the Clean Water Act and is regulated by the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality through an NPDES permit.
For a population of this size, secondary treatment is typically required under the Clean Water Act, which includes biological processes to remove organic matter and suspended solids.
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