**El Novillo Dam Project Could Transform Water Supply in La Paz by 2025**
In a promising development for the city of La Paz, plans for the construction of “El Novillo” dam may soon become a reality, potentially by 2025. This initiative was a key part of President Claudia Sheinbaum’s campaign to address the water crisis in Baja California Sur. Milena Quiroga Romero, the Mayor of La Paz, confirmed these plans, emphasizing that discussions with the Federal Government are progressing, with the project awaiting final approval.
The National Water Commission (Conagua) is treating this venture as a comprehensive project aimed at benefiting more than 20,000 residents. It will significantly increase the volume of potable water available to La Paz. “It involves constructing a dam, a conduit line, and a water purification system, estimated at one billion pesos for all components,” Mayor Quiroga explained.
Beyond its construction, the project also includes the installation of elevated tanks, micromeasurements, and purification facilities, similar to the recent development at “La Buena Mujer” dam. Additionally, part of the comprehensive plan includes water reuse through a ‘purple line’, utilizing treated water for irrigation in public areas.
The studies necessary for this project have been completed, with the first submission already reviewed by Conagua. Further submissions are expected shortly. Mayor Quiroga estimates that, with current governmental support, construction could commence in 2025.
The newly completed water purification plant at “La Buena Mujer” has already begun delivering 70 additional liters of potable water per second to La Paz’s network, enhancing supply to over 30,000 families. Communities such as Márquez de León and Guadalupe Victoria have particularly benefited from this infrastructure.
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**Secondary Article: Ongoing Efforts to Address Water Shortages in Baja California Sur**
In related news, the Baja California Sur region continues to face significant water scarcity issues, prompting both local and federal governments to ramp up infrastructure projects. Protests recently erupted in Los Cabos over the lack of potable water, highlighting the urgency of finding sustainable solutions.
The state government has been exploring additional financing options, recently securing a significant loan to further develop water supply projects. This includes extending existing systems to underserved areas and upgrading outdated water treatment facilities.
Experts emphasize the importance of these projects, noting the region’s rapidly growing population and the increasing pressures on its limited water resources. The proposed dam projects, along with other infrastructure improvements, represent critical steps towards securing a stable and reliable water supply for Baja California Sur’s residents in the coming years.