El Dorado

El Dorado is an agricultural settlement in Culiacán Municipality, located near the San Lorenzo River mouth in Sinaloa state. The locality is situated roughly 52 kilometers north of Culiacán Rosales and continues to serve as a center for farming activities in the region.

The settlement takes its name from a sugar mill established by the Redo family in 1900, which marked the beginning of agricultural development in the region. After decades of effort, the community gained formal recognition as an independent municipality in 2021.

The population of 14,772 inhabitants maintains strong connections to farming traditions while incorporating modern amenities and technological advancements in daily life.

Most homes have electricity and piped water, making daily life straightforward for residents and visitors. For broader services and supplies, a trip to the nearby larger city is often necessary.

This community emerged as an independent municipality in 2021 after decades of efforts, becoming a separate administrative entity from Culiacán in November 2024.

Location: Culiacán Municipality

Elevation above the sea: 7 m

GPS coordinates: 24.32440,-107.36700

Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:49