In the 1970s and 1980s the San Pedro still had water, and there was recreational use. No one really knows how much water the mine is pumping. There needs to be some sort of effort on the part of the mine to control its water usage. Would like to see the mine use more industrial and recycled water. The mine continues to pump water regardless of the law.
Springs are dry as a result.
Ejido San Pedro is suffering from reduced flows in the San Pedro River. People are upset because this affects their agricultural areas. Water supply in Cananea is a big concern. Some areas, such as Barrio Mesa Azul, are constantly without water. The current water-supply infrastructure in Cananea needs to be improved.