DPWH eyes 7 dams to deal with Cebu water woes

Cebu's worsening cycle of floods and water shortages has prompted government planners to push for a long-term solution that could redefine how the province manages its most critical resource --and that is water.

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Seven reservoir dams are being proposed by the Department of Public Works and Highways in Central Visayas (DPWH-7) as part of a plan to establish a network of dams across key river systems in Cebu.

Equally, seven river systems have been identified as part of the proposed network, each seen as vital to strengthening Cebu's water management capacity.

Among the identified sites are the Mananga River, Bulacao River, Guadalupe, Butuanon River, Lusaran, Cotcot in Liloan, as well as locations in Danao City.

DPWH-7 regional director Engr. Simon Arias said the initiative was conceptualized internally as recurring flash floods continue to threaten communities, particularly during intense rainfall.

"The series of dams as a long-term solution sa flooding is actually proposed by us, by DPWH," Arias said in an interview.