Catarman Water District - CWD

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02/09/2026

Bakit bawal ang booster pump na direktang nakakabit sa main line?
Common sight sa subdivision: mahina ang tubig, kaya bumili ng booster pump, tapos direktang kinabit sa linya after ng meter. Gumana nga — pero illegal iyon, at may dalawang dahilan kung bakit.
Una, ang engineering. Kapag sumipsip ang pump diretso sa service line, hinihila mo sa negative pressure ang linya. Anumang leaking joint downstream ng meter ay hindi na maglalabas ng tubig — sisipsip pa ito ng kung anong nasa paligid ng pipe. Yan ang back-siphonage. Pangalawa, ang static head na ninanakaw mo ay galing sa kapitbahay mo na kadikit sa parehong lateral.
Ang legal basis, hindi lang isa:
▸ RA 9275 (Philippine Clean Water Act of 2004), Sec. 27(o) — prohibited act ang direktang paggamit ng booster pump sa distribution system o pag-tamper sa supply na nakaka-apekto sa water quality. Ang Sec. 28 naman ay nagtatakda ng multa kada araw ng paglabag.
▸ PD 856 (Code on Sanitation), Chapter II, Sec. 13(e) — bawal ang booster pump na kumukuha diretso sa distribution line kung saan mahina ang pressure. Inuulit ito ng DOH supplemental IRR.
▸ RA 8041 (National Water Crisis Act of 1995) — dito nahuhulog ang paulit-ulit na paglabag bilang unauthorized use.
▸ PD 198 at ang utility rules ng bawat water district — may sariling penalty schedule, karaniwang warning muna, tapos disconnection at multa.
▸ Revised National Plumbing Code — dito nakalagay ang design requirement: cistern na may air gap, at backflow prevention.
Ang tamang setup: main → meter → cistern o break tank na may air gap sa taas ng flood rim → suction ng booster pump → bahay o overhead tank. Hindi kailanman dumidikit ang pump sa linya ng utility.
Linawin natin: hindi bawal ang booster pump. Ang bawal ay ang direktang pagsipsip sa meter.

02/09/2026

"MAHINA ANG TUBIG SA AMIN." Scenario 1: Alas-dos ng madaling araw lang may tubig.
Kilala mo ba 'to? Naka-set ang alarm mo ng 2AM para lang makapag-igib. Tapos pagdating ng umaga, wala na naman.
Ang unang solusyon na naiisip ng marami: booster pump direkta sa service line.
Wag. Bawal 'yan.
Kapag sinipsip mo ang linya, ninanakawan mo ang kapitbahay mo — at nagbubukas ka ng backflow path papasok sa main. Kaya nga may tangke: kailangan may air gap muna bago pumasok ang tubig sa system mo.
Ang tama: Service line → float valve → tangke → bahay.
PAANO I-SIZE ANG TANGKE
V = N × q × D
3 katao × 150 LPCD = 450 L/araw
× 2 araw (isang araw gamit + isang araw contingency) = 900 L
Select: 1,000 L tank
Round up sa pinakamalapit na standard size. Pero wag sobrahan — ang 2,000 L para sa tatlong tao ay hindi "extra safe," stagnation problem 'yan. Bababa ang chlorine residual mo. Nagpalit ka lang ng problema: dating supply problem, ngayon water quality problem na.
ANG PARTE NA HINDI ITINUTURO: FILL RATE
Hindi sapat na tama ang volume. Kailangan kayang mapuno ng tangke sa loob ng supply window mo.
Kung 2AM–5AM lang ang tubig, tatlong oras ka lang may supply:
1,000 L ÷ 3 oras = 333 L/hr ≈ 5.5 LPM
Ngayon, tanong: kaya ba ng float valve mo 'yan sa 3–5 psi? Ang 1/2" ball float dyan ay borderline — at humihina pa habang tumataas ang float, kaya mas mababa pa ang actual average flow kaysa sa nakasulat sa catalog.
Kaya kahit tama ang tank size mo, hindi pa rin mapupuno bago mawala ulit ang tubig. Mas malaking tangke na walang laman — 'yan ang napala mo.
Mag-spec ka ng 3/4" float valve. Mura lang ang diperensya. Ito ang pinaka-common na dahilan kung bakit "hindi gumagana" ang tangke ng iba.
At tignan mo ang flow curve ng valve sa available pressure mo, hindi sa headline number ng katalogo.
MGA HINDI PWEDENG KALIGTAAN
☑️ Air gap — nasa taas ng overflow rim ang labasan ng float valve. Hindi lubog. Ito ang cross-connection barrier mo. Kapag nilubog mo 'yan, may siphon path na pabalik sa main.
☑️ Overflow line — isang size mas malaki kaysa inlet, may sariling air gap papuntang drain.
☑️ Screened vent — para hindi pasukan ng insekto at dumi.
☑️ Accessible manhole at drain point — para malinis mo. Ang tangkeng hindi nalilinis ay hindi solusyon, problema.
☑️ Potable-rated tank lang — FRP, PE, o stainless. Hindi basta drum.
☑️ Kung underground: watertight talaga, at may sapat na layo sa septic. Ang tumatagas na cistern ay mas masama kaysa walang cistern.
Ilang oras lang may tubig sa inyo, at ilan kayo sa bahay? Comment niyo, i-compute natin ang tamang tank size. 👇
The cheapest pump is the one you don't replace.

02/09/2026

ALAMIN NATIN: Why o Why?

Adi an klaro nga esplikasyon kay nanu gindidiri an pagtaod sin pump direkta sa amon linya.

CWD WATER SERVICE INTERRUPTION | DAMAGED MAIN LINE 💧Please be informed that Catarman Water District is currently address...
25/08/2026

CWD WATER SERVICE INTERRUPTION | DAMAGED MAIN LINE 💧

Please be informed that Catarman Water District is currently addressing a damaged main line along M.L. Quezon Street, Brgy. Macagtas.

Due to the damaged main line, concessionaires in and around the affected areas may experience no water supply to low water pressure while the necessary inspection and repair works are being conducted.

Our CWD Technical Team is taking immediate action to assess the damage and carry out the necessary repairs to restore normal water service as soon as possible.

We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience this may cause and greatly appreciate your patience, understanding, and cooperation. Rest assured that our team is working to address the problem and restore the water supply at the soonest possible time.

If you experience any water-related concerns or notice other leaks or damages in your area, please don't hesitate to message us through our official page. Your reports help us respond and take immediate action.

Thank you for your continued understanding and support as we work to keep the water flowing. 💙💧

Catarman Water District - CWD

𝐇𝐎𝐋𝐈𝐃𝐀𝐘 𝐀𝐃𝐕𝐈𝐒𝐎𝐑𝐘 | Subay sa Memorandum Order No. 004, s. 2026, nga ginpaguwas subay sa Presidential Proclamation No. 100...
20/08/2026

𝐇𝐎𝐋𝐈𝐃𝐀𝐘 𝐀𝐃𝐕𝐈𝐒𝐎𝐑𝐘 | Subay sa Memorandum Order No. 004, s. 2026, nga ginpaguwas subay sa Presidential Proclamation No. 1006, s. 2025, an Agosto 21, 2026, adlaw san Biyernes, gideklarar nga Special Non-Working Day sa pag-obserbar san Ninoy Aquino Day.

Dugang sine, sirado an opisina san Catarman Water District - CWD sine nga adlaw. Ginhahangyo an publiko nga ipadayon an kanra transaksyon sa amon opisina sa Lunes, Agosto 24, 2026.

Dako nga salamat 🩵

CWD SERVICE ADVISORY | PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE 💧Please be informed that Catarman Water District will conduct a Preventive...
18/08/2026

CWD SERVICE ADVISORY | PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE 💧

Please be informed that Catarman Water District will conduct a Preventive Maintenance Activity on August 19, 2026, which may affect the water supply in all barangays served by CWD.

This preventive maintenance activity is part of our continuing efforts to maintain the efficiency, reliability, and proper operation of our water distribution system. These necessary works help us identify and address potential issues before they develop into bigger problems, ensuring better and more dependable water service for our valued concessionaires.

IMPORTANT REMINDER: We strongly encourage all concessionaires to store enough water. Please use your stored water wisely and avoid unnecessary water consumption while the maintenance activity is ongoing.

We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your patience, understanding, and cooperation as our team carries out this necessary maintenance work.

For any water-related concerns or updates, please don't hesitate to message us through our official page. We are always ready to listen and respond to your concerns.

Thank you for your continued trust and support as we work toward providing a more reliable and efficient water service for our community. 💙💧

Every drop matters. Every service counts.

Catarman Water District - CWD

🚨 CWD SERVICE ADVISORY | SCHEDULED WATER SUPPLY INTERRUPTION 💧Please be informed that the Catarman Water District will c...
12/08/2026

🚨 CWD SERVICE ADVISORY | SCHEDULED WATER SUPPLY INTERRUPTION 💧

Please be informed that the Catarman Water District will conduct a scheduled maintenance activity on August 13, 2026, starting at 7:00 AM onwards, which will require a temporary interruption of water supply in all barangays served by CWD.

The activity will involve the replacement of the UPVC riser pipe, an important maintenance work intended to help improve the condition and reliability of our water distribution system and ensure better service for our valued concessionaires.

IMPORTANT REMINDER:

We strongly encourage everyone to store enough water ahead of the scheduled activity. Please use your stored water wisely and avoid unnecessary water consumption while the activity is ongoing.

We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience this scheduled interruption may cause. We ask for your patience and understanding as our technical team carries out this necessary improvement. Water service will resume once the activity is completed and the system is ready for normal operation.

For any concerns or updates regarding your water service, please don't hesitate to message us through our official page or contact the Catarman Water District.

Thank you for your patience, cooperation, and continued trust in CWD. Together, we continue working toward a more reliable water service for everyone.

Every drop matters. Every service counts.

Catarman Water District - CWD

04/08/2026

CWD WORK UPDATE | FLUSHING ACTIVITY 🌊

As part of Catarman Water District's continuing efforts to maintain the efficiency and reliability of our water distribution system, our team recently conducted a flushing activity in Brgy. Lapu-Lapu, Brgy. Narra, Brgy. Yakal, and Brgy. Jose Abad Santos.

These areas were covered during our previous flushing schedule as part of CWD's regular system maintenance. Flushing is an important activity that helps remove sediments and other accumulated particles within the pipelines, helping maintain proper water flow and support better water quality throughout the distribution system.

We conduct these activities regularly because maintaining a reliable water distribution system requires continuous care and preventive maintenance. Our teams work through scheduled routes and different areas to help keep our pipelines and water systems functioning properly for the communities we serve.

And yes… we're at it again! 🌙
While most of us are already settling in for the night, our team is currently out in the field once again for another scheduled flushing activity. Because at CWD, keeping the water flowing and our system in good condition doesn't always happen during regular hours.

We appreciate the continued patience and understanding of our valued concessionaires as we carry out these maintenance activities. Your cooperation helps us continue providing better and more reliable water service to everyone.

And if you experience any concerns with your water service, don't hesitate to send us a message directly to our inbox 📥

Day or night, we keep working for better water service. 💙

Catarman Water District - CWD

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CWD WORK UPDATE | August 3, 2026 🌊💧Another day of dedicated service as the Catarman Water District Technical and Commerc...
03/08/2026

CWD WORK UPDATE | August 3, 2026 🌊💧

Another day of dedicated service as the Catarman Water District Technical and Commercial Teams continue to attend to the needs of our valued concessionaires and maintain the efficiency of our water distribution system.

Field activities included leak repairs in Brgy. Macagtas and Brgy. Ipil-Ipil, where our team immediately responded to address water line concerns and help prevent further water loss and service disruptions.

Our team also carried out the installation of a new service connection in Brgy. Ipil-Ipil, providing another concessionaire with access to CWD’s water service.

In Brgy. Bangkerohan, our personnel conducted inspection, checking, and cleaning of water meters to help ensure that meters remain in good working condition and provide accurate readings.

Every repair, connection, inspection, and maintenance activity is part of our continuing commitment to provide efficient, reliable, and responsive water service to the communities we serve.

If you notice a leak or experience any concern regarding your water service, please do not hesitate to message us through our official page. Your reports help us respond promptly and take the necessary action.

Catarman Water District - CWD 💙

CWD WORK UPDATES | July 24, 2026 💧👨‍🔧New Service Connection at Brgy. Macagtas👨‍🔧Change meter at Brgy. Molave👨‍🔧Meter rea...
24/07/2026

CWD WORK UPDATES | July 24, 2026 💧

👨‍🔧New Service Connection at Brgy. Macagtas
👨‍🔧Change meter at Brgy. Molave
👨‍🔧Meter realignment at Brgy. Ipil Ipil
👨‍🔧Flushing at Brgy. Old Rizal & Brgy. Dalakit

Another productive day of service as the Catarman Water District Technical and Commercial Teams continue working to improve and maintain a reliable water distribution system for our valued concessionaires.

Today's field activities included the installation of a new service connection in Brgy. Macagtas, providing another household with access to safe and reliable water service.
Our team also conducted water meter replacements in Brgy. Molave to ensure accurate water consumption readings and efficient billing, as well as meter realignment in Brgy. Ipil-Ipil to improve accessibility, safety, and proper meter installation.

In addition, our Technical Team carried out scheduled flushing activities in Brgy. Old Rizal and Brgy. Dalakit as part of our regular preventive maintenance program. These activities help remove sediments from the water distribution pipelines, improve water quality, and maintain the efficiency and reliability of our water distribution system.

At Catarman Water District, every task whether big or small, is a step toward delivering better, safer, and more dependable water service to the communities we serve. We remain committed to responding to the needs of our concessionaires and continuously improving our operations through proactive maintenance and quality service.

Thank you for your continued trust and support.

If you have any concerns regarding your water service, please don't hesitate to message our official page. Our team is always ready to assist you.

Serving our community, one connection, one repair, and one improvement at a time 💙

Catarman Water District - CWD

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Catarman
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