ASCE 1193: The Water-Works and Sewerage of Monterrey, N. L., Mexico The 4th article from the June, 1911, Volume LXXII, Transactions of the American Society of Civil Engineers. Paper No. 1193, Feb. 1, 1911.

"ASCE 1193: The Water-Works and Sewerage of Monterrey, N. L., Mexico" by George Robert Graham Conway is a detailed account of how Monterrey tackled its water and sanitation challenges at the turn of the century. The document begins by setting the scene, painting a picture of Monterrey's growth and the need for better infrastructure. It then examines the initial studies conducted, looking at the local water supply, the lay of the land, and the impact of clean water on the city's health. The article demonstrates the work that was undertaken to create reliable water and drainage systems in a growing industrial city, connecting better sanitation to improvements in public health.