Manila Water to widen sewer coverage in Rizal with P1.6-B project

By Q3 2026, the P1.6B San Mateo-Rodriguez Sewerage System Package 1A is projected to benefit more than 700,000 residents from San Mateo in Rizal, specifically residents of barangays Sta. Ana, Guitnang Bayan I, Guitnang Bayan II, Dulong Bayan I, Dulong Bayan II, Malanday, Guinayang, and Maly.

MANILA, Philippines – To further bolster its wastewater services in the East Zone of Metro Manila, Manila Water is implementing the construction of the P1.6-billion San Mateo-Rodriguez Sewerage System Package 1A (SMR P1A-SM) since the beginning of this year.

SMR P1A-SM is seen as a cornerstone of the larger San Mateo-Rodriguez Sewerage System, designed to improve sanitation and protect the environment.

Started in January 2024, the SMR P1A-SM project involves the installation of over 6.034 kilometers of sewer lines along General A. Luna Street in San Mateo, Rizal. The work employs advanced construction techniques such as open-cut excavation, horizontal directional drilling (HDD), and micro-tunneling for the laying of 200-600mm-diameter polyvinyl chloride, high-density polyethylene, and glass fiber-reinforced plastic pipes.

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Expected to be completed by the third quarter of 2026, the wastewater project will benefit more than 700,000 residents from San Mateo in Rizal specifically residents of barangays Sta. Ana, Guitnang Bayan I, Guitnang Bayan II, Dulong Bayan I, Dulong Bayan II, Malanday, Guinayang, and Maly.

“Wastewater management and sanitation are crucial services that Manila Water has been constantly improving. In doing so, we could we contribute to public health and protect our waterways,” Manila Water Corporate Communication Affairs Group Director Jeric Sevilla said.

By significantly enhancing the sewer network, Manila Water reaffirms its commitment to improving sanitation and wastewater management in San Mateo, contributing to a cleaner, healthier environment for the residents.