Assessment of the Use Potential of the Flow of Water at the Spring 'Ojo de Agua' in Aquadilla, Puerto Rico

摘要

The objective of this study was to determine the potential uses which could be given to the water emerging from a small spring located within the urban zone of the town of Aguadilla, in Puerto Rico. It was found that the spring produces 766 gallons per minute during the island's dry season and 1,324 gallons per minute during the rainy season. The minimum amount of electricity which could be generated from the spring was determined to be 283 watts if a mini-hydroelectric plant were placed in it. This would be enough to provide adequate illumination for a passive-recreation park located next to the spring.