Water-Related Mandates in the Philippines
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Water-Related Mandates in the Philippines

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The NWRB is responsible for policy formulation, administration and enforcement of the Water Code of the Philippines and operates at the national ______.

level

One objective of hydrology is to determine the Concepts of Probability and ______.

Statistics

Problems related to Watershed Management and Watershed ______ are crucial for effective water resource planning.

Protection

Agencies involved in hydrology data collection contribute to effective water resources ______ and management.

<p>planning</p> Signup and view all the answers

J.E. Gribbin's book focuses on Hydraulics and Hydrology with Applications for Stormwater ______.

<p>Management</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) is responsible for ______ control and drainage.

<p>flood</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Department of Health (DOH) oversees ______ related to sanitation.

<p>health</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) is responsible for ______ protection and water quality.

<p>watershed</p> Signup and view all the answers

The National Power Corporation (NPC) focuses on ______ development.

<p>hydropower</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Local Water Utilities Administration (LWUA) manages water supply and ______ systems.

<p>sewerage</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Metropolitan Waterworks and Sewerage System (MWSS) handles water supply, sewerage, and ______ in Metro Manila.

<p>sanitation</p> Signup and view all the answers

Hydrologic and hydraulic modeling helps analyze effects of land cover, floodplain geometry, and ______ intensity.

<p>rainfall</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flood problems can result from many different factors, making watershed ______ a complex issue.

<p>management</p> Signup and view all the answers

Modeling and citizen complaint data are used to identify and prioritize problem areas outside of the creek’s ______.

<p>floodplain</p> Signup and view all the answers

Erosion problems can stem from changing land use conditions that increase the quantity and velocity of storm water ______.

<p>runoff</p> Signup and view all the answers

Stream channels react to changes in land use by widening and ______, which can lead to various environmental issues.

<p>deepening</p> Signup and view all the answers

Erosion problem scores are based on the number, type, and ______ of the threat to structures along stream banks.

<p>severity</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Environmental Integrity Index (EII) is used to assess ______ quality.

<p>water</p> Signup and view all the answers

Healthy creeks have high Environmental Integrity Index scores, while urbanized streams tend to have lower ______ scores.

<p>EII</p> Signup and view all the answers

Problems related to water quality include excessive sediment, nutrients, and ______.

<p>toxics</p> Signup and view all the answers

Areas with high banks and poor vegetative cover are expected to have high problem ______ scores.

<p>severity</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

  • Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) was responsible for flood control and drainage, but this responsibility has shifted to the Metro Manila Development Authority (MMDA).
  • Department of Health (DOH) is responsible for sanitation.
  • Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) manages watershed protection and water quality.
  • Department of Interior and Local Government (DILG) oversees LGU-managed water supply, sewerage and sanitation systems, and capability building.
  • National Power Corporation (NPC) is responsible for hydropower development.
  • National Irrigation Administration (NIA) along with Bureau of Soils and Water Management (BSWM) focuses on irrigation development.
  • Metropolitan Waterworks and Sewerage System (MWSS) manages water supply, sewerage, and sanitation in Metro Manila and some neighboring provinces.
  • Local Water Utilities Administration (LWUA) oversees Water Districts responsible for water supply and sewerage systems.

Problems of Watershed Management and Watershed Protection

  • Flood problems occur due to factors like land cover, floodplain geometry, and rainfall intensity.
  • Flood scores are calculated to assess threats to public safety, property, and flood severity.
  • Floodplain models are used to predict flooding depths and flow velocities during storm events.
  • Erosion problems are often caused by changing land use, increasing stormwater runoff, and impacting stream channels.
  • Erosion problem scores consider the severity of threats posed to structures and infrastructure along stream banks.
  • Water quality problems are complex and challenging to analyze and control. Key concerns include increases in runoff and degradation of aquatic and riparian habitat.
  • The Environmental Integrity Index (EII) is used to assess water quality.
  • Scores are based on various field measurements across six categories, with higher scores indicating healthier creeks.

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Explore the various responsibilities assigned to different governmental agencies in the Philippines regarding water management. This quiz covers key departments such as DPWH, DOH, DENR, and others, highlighting their roles in flood control, sanitation, irrigation, and water supply management.

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