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GWA Mawar Recovery Update

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GENERAL SUMMARY
● The majority of the island’s water production comes from the Northern Water Wells, which then travels through a series of pipes and reservoirs to the Central and Southern parts of the island.
● Currently 97 wells (81% of operable wells are on-line) and producing approximately 33.4 million gallons of water per day (approximately 98% of pre-typhoon production).
● Guam’s water system relies on adequate water levels in the reservoirs in order for there to be enough pressure to push the water throughout the island.
● GWA continues to work to replace pumps and motors in 10% of wells. One GWA crew and one crew made up of GWA, and maintenance contractors. Each changeout takes approximately 12 to 16 hours to complete.

REGIONAL WATER SYSTEM UPDATE
Here is the most recent update on GWA water restoration progress:

Northern Region:
● The Northern water system facilities are operating normally, and reservoir levels are stable.
● 91 wells are currently operating on island power, while 7 are operating on generator power.

Central Region:
● The Central water system facilities are operating normally, and reservoir levels are stable.

Southern Region:
● The Ugum Surface Water Treatment Plant continues to operate at a reduced capacity, producing approximately 2 million gallons of water per day when in operation.
● Reservoir levels are stable.

WASTEWATER SYSTEM UPDATE
The Northern District, Agat-Santa Rita, Umatac-Merizo, Hagåtña and Inarajan Wastewater Treatment Plants are all operating normally.

Although several sewer pump stations were returned to island power, some GWA facilities remain on generator power, and GWA is working with GPA to monitor power status at both GWA wastewater pump stations and treatment plants.

Sewer system overflows may occur as pump station sites may become inundated or lose power during restoration of service. GWA is reporting these overflows to EPA and cautions the public to avoid contact with suspected sewage overflows. GWA is also responding to reports of sewage overflows at private pump station facilities or blocked private sewer mains and is assisting where it can.

CURRENT PRIORITIES
● Water system adjustments and restoration at remaining area with pocket outages.
● Deepwell Operations & Pump/Motor Changeouts.
● Repairs to reported leaks and damaged laterals.
● Water Tanker deployment for pocket outages.

VILLAGE WATER STATIONS
GWA has deployed three 6000-gallon Flexible Potable Water Tanks and one 6800-gallon tanker in:

NORTH:
Dededo Mayor’s Office (FLEXITANK)
Mount Santa Rosa (FLEXITANK)
Mt Santa Rosa

  • GWA Website Update - As of June 21, 2023Open or Close

    GENERAL SUMMARY
    ● The majority of the island’s water production comes from the Northern Water Wells, which then travels through a series of pipes and reservoirs to the Central and Southern parts of the island.
    ● Currently 101 wells (84% of operable wells are on-line) and producing approximately 35 million gallons of water per day (approximately 103% of pre-typhoon production).
    ● Guam’s water system relies on adequate water levels in the reservoirs in order for there to be enough pressure to push the water throughout the island.
    ● Once enough wells have been brought online, and water production sufficiently exceeds demand, GWA will have enough water to fill the reservoirs and provide sufficient pressure to distribute water island wide.
    ● GWA reminds those residents WITH water service to please conserve water and avoid washing cars, water blasting and other non-essential high water-usage activities to assist with rebuilding reservoir levels and restoring water service island wide.
    ● GWA continues to work to replace pumps and motors in 8% of wells. One GWA crew and one crew made up of GWA, and maintenance contractors. Each changeout takes approximately 12 to 16 hours to complete.
    ● GWA has restored water to 95.6% of customers and asks for your patience as we work to restore our system to pre-storm conditions.

    REGIONAL WATER SYSTEM UPDATE
    Here is the most recent update on GWA water restoration progress:

    Northern Region:
    ● The Northern water system facilities are operating normally, although reservoir levels remain low.
    ● 74 wells are currently operating on island power, while 27 are operating on generator power.
    ● GWA experienced a setback yesterday with interrupted production due to rolling power outages causing the Yigo and Santa Rosa Reservoir levels dropping to near zero levels. This interrupted our ability to pump water to higher elevations of Mt. Sta. Rosa, which remains without water this morning. Additionally, due to the continued low pressure Yigo (LaChance, Chalan Chaguian areas), Dededo (Finegayan, Fern Terrace, Chalan Palauan. These areas are still under GWA’s Precautionary Boil Water Notice.

    Central Region:
    GWA was able to sustain nominal levels in key reservoirs for the Central system, providing some relief to higher areas in Mangilao (including Latte Heights, Latte Plantation areas), Ordot-Chalan Pago (Dero Rd. above LeoPalace access, Chilenko St./Sta. Cruz Dr. to Manibusan Lane and adjacent side streets). However, until pressures stabilize, these areas also remain under the Precautionary Boil Water Notice. Barrigada (PC Lujan area, Jackson St. off Rte. 8, Jesus T. Iriarte St. off Rte. 16) are still under GWA’s Precautionary Boil Water Notice are affected by Yigo and Santa Rosa Reservoir levels dropping to near zero levels.

    Southern Region:
    ● The Ugum Surface Water Treatment Plant continues to operate at a reduced capacity, producing approximately 2 million gallons of water per day when in operation.
    ● Ugum SWTP crews will continue to maintain reservoir levels during periods of low demand.
    ● Water services restored from Ipan to Umatac

    WASTEWATER SYSTEM UPDATE
    The Northern District, Agat-Santa Rita, Umatac-Merizo, Hagåtña and Inarajan Wastewater Treatment Plants are all operating normally.

    Although several sewer pump stations were returned to island power, some GWA facilities remain on generator power, and GWA is working with GPA to monitor power status at both GWA wastewater pump stations and treatment plants.

    Sewer system overflows may occur as pump station sites may become inundated or lose power during restoration of service. GWA is reporting these overflows to EPA and cautions the public to avoid contact with suspected sewage overflows. GWA is also responding to reports of sewage overflows at private pump station facilities or blocked private sewer mains and is assisting where it can.

    CURRENT PRIORITIES
    ● Water system adjustments and restoration at remaining problematic service areas
    ● Deepwell Operations & Pump/Motor Changeouts
    ● Repairs to reported leaks and damaged laterals.
    ● Water Tanker deployment for pocket outages

    VILLAGE WATER STATIONS
    GWA has deployed eight 6000-gallon Flexible Potable Water Tanks and one 6800-gallon tanker in:

    NORTH:
    Dededo Mayor’s Office
    Mount Santa Rosa Yigo (near observatory)
    Astumbo Community Center
    Yigo Gym
    Yigo – Gill Breeze Subdivision

    CENTRAL
    Mangilao – St. Teresita Church
    Ordot – Victoriano St.

    SOUTH
    Agat – Santa Ana

    Two GWA and one FEMA water tanker are being used to refill facilities critical to emergency response.

  • GWA Website Update - As of June 20, 2023Open or Close

    GENERAL SUMMARY
    ● The majority of the island’s water production comes from the Northern Water Wells, which then travels through a series of pipes and reservoirs to the Central and Southern parts of the island.
    ● Currently 96 wells (80% of operable wells are on-line) and producing approximately 33.8 million gallons of water per day (approximately 99% of pre-typhoon production).
    ● Guam’s water system relies on adequate water levels in the reservoirs in order for there to be enough pressure to push the water throughout the island.
    ● Once enough wells have been brought online, and water production sufficiently exceeds demand, GWA will have enough water to fill the reservoirs and provide sufficient pressure to distribute water island wide.
    ● GWA reminds those residents WITH water service to please conserve water and avoid washing cars, water blasting and other non-essential high water-usage activities to assist with rebuilding reservoir levels and restoring water service island wide.
    ● GWA continues to work to replace pumps and motors in 11% wells. One GWA crew and one crew made up of GWA, and maintenance contractors. Each changeout takes approximately 12 to 16 hours to complete.
    ● GWA has restored water to 95.6% of customers and asks for your patience as we work to restore our system to pre-storm conditions.

    REGIONAL WATER SYSTEM UPDATE
    Here is the most recent update on GWA water restoration progress:

    Northern Region:
    ● The Northern water system facilities are operating normally, although reservoir levels remain low.
    ● 64 wells are currently operating on island power, while 32 are operating on generator power.
    ● 11% of wells require pump and motor replacements, which have been approved by the EPA and began Wednesday, May 31.
    ● As additional well will come online this morning to assist production in the Tiyan area.
    ● Areas in Yigo (LaChance, Chalan Chaguian areas) and Dededo (Finegayan, Fern Terrace, Chalan Palauan) are still under the precautionary boil water notice.

    Central Region:
    ● Higher areas in Mangilao (including Latte Heights and Latte Plantation areas), Ordot-Chalan Pago (Dero Rd above Leo Palace access, Chilenko St/Santa Cruz to Manibusan Lane and adjacent side streets) should see some improvement in service, as GWA’s adjustments are working to expand water service and build reservoir levels in these areas.
    ● For these areas, and Barrigada (PC Lujan area, Jackson St off Route 8 and Jesus T. Iriarte St off Route 16) the precautionary boil water notice is still in effect.

    Southern Region:
    ● The Ugum Surface Water Treatment Plant continues to operate at a reduced capacity, producing approximately 2 million gallons of water per day when in operation.
    ● Ugum SWTP crews will continue to maintain reservoir levels during periods of low demand.
    ● Water services restored from Ipan to Umatac

    WASTEWATER SYSTEM UPDATE
    The Northern District, Agat-Santa Rita, Umatac-Merizo, Hagåtña and Inarajan Wastewater Treatment Plants are all operating normally.

    Although several sewer pump stations were returned to island power, some GWA facilities remain on generator power, and GWA is working with GPA to monitor power status at both GWA wastewater pump stations and treatment plants.

    Sewer system overflows may occur as pump station sites may become inundated or lose power during restoration of service. GWA is reporting these overflows to EPA and cautions the public to avoid contact with suspected sewage overflows. GWA is also responding to reports of sewage overflows at private pump station facilities or blocked private sewer mains, and is assisting where it can.

    CURRENT PRIORITIES
    ● Water system adjustments and restoration at remaining problematic service areas
    ● Deepwell Operations & Pump/Motor Changeouts
    ● Repairs to reported leaks and damaged laterals
    ● Water Tanker deployment for pocket outages

    VILLAGE WATER STATIONS
    GWA has deployed eight 6000-gallon Flexible Potable Water Tanks and one 6800-gallon tanker in:

    NORTH:
    Dededo Mayor’s Office
    Mount Santa Rosa Yigo (near observatory)
    Astumbo Community Center
    Yigo Gym
    Yigo – Gill Breeze Subdivision

    CENTRAL
    Mangilao – St. Teresita Church
    Ordot – Victoriano St.

    SOUTH
    Agat – Santa Ana

    Two GWA and one FEMA water tanker are being used to refill facilities critical to emergency response.

  • GWA Website Update - As of June 15, 2023Open or Close

    GENERAL SUMMARY
    ● The majority of the island’s water production comes from the Northern Water Wells, which then travels through a series of pipes and reservoirs to the Central and Southern parts of the island.
    ● Currently 94 wells (78% of operable wells are on-line) and producing approximately 33.1 million gallons of water per day (approximately 97% of pre-typhoon production).
    ● Guam’s water system relies on adequate water levels in the reservoirs in order for there to be enough pressure to push the water throughout the island.
    ● Once enough wells have been brought online, and water production sufficiently exceeds demand, GWA will have enough water to fill the reservoirs and provide sufficient pressure to distribute water island wide.
    ● GWA reminds those residents WITH water service to please conserve water and avoid washing cars, water blasting and other non-essential high water-usage activities to assist with rebuilding reservoir levels and restoring water service island wide.
    ● GWA continues to work to replace pumps and motors in 15 wells. One GWA crew and one crew made up of GWA and maintenance contractors. Each changeout takes approximately 12 to 16 hours to complete.
    ● GWA has restored water to 92% of customers and asks for your patience as we work to restore our system to pre-storm conditions.

    REGIONAL WATER SYSTEM UPDATE
    Here is the most recent update on GWA water restoration progress:

    Northern Region:
    ● The Northern water system facilities are operating normally, with 78% of wells having access to island or generator power.
    ● 56 wells are currently operating on island power, while 38 are operating on generator power.
    ● 13% of wells require pump and motor replacements, which have been approved by the EPA and began Wednesday, May 31.
    ● GWA continues to operate all available wells to increase reservoir levels throughout the northern system and send more water to the Central system.
    ● GWA is also monitoring reservoir levels and making adjustments as we can to achieve additional gains for improvement in water service and pressures.

    Central Region:
    ● The villages of Santa Rita and Agat have been restored, including Cross-Island Rd to Sumay Memorial.
    ● Talofofo main village has been restored.
    ● Piti, including the higher areas of Nimitz Hill, Asan and Hagatna are fully restored.
    ● Until levels in the Barrigada, Chaot and Mangilao reservoirs build, higher elevation areas in Mangilao, Ordot and Chalan Pago will continue to experience intermittent service disruption during peak demand times.
    ● GWA continues to monitor the system and will adjust as required with increased water production.

    Southern Region:
    ● The Ugum Surface Water Treatment Plant continues to operate at a reduced capacity, producing approximately 2 million gallons of water per day when in operation.
    ● Ugum SWTP crews will continue to maintain reservoir levels during periods of low demand.

    WASTEWATER SYSTEM UPDATE
    The Northern District, Agat-Santa Rita, Umatac-Merizo, Hagåtña Wastewater Treatment Plants are all operating normally.

    Although several sewer pump stations were returned to island power, some GWA facilities remain on generator power, and GWA is working with GPA to monitor power status at both GWA wastewater pump stations and treatment plants.

    Sewer system overflows may occur as pump station sites may become inundated or lose power during restoration of service. GWA is reporting these overflows to EPA and cautions the public to avoid contact with suspected sewage overflows. GWA is also responding to reports of sewage overflows at private pump station facilities or blocked private sewer mains, and is assisting where it can.

    CURRENT PRIORITIES
    ● Deepwell Operations & Pump/Motor Changeouts
    ● Temporary Booster Pump Station at Santa Rita/Sinifa
    ● Water System Restoration
    ● Water Tanker service to dialysis centers and clinics
    ● Water Tanker deployment for pocket outages

    VILLAGE WATER STATIONS
    GWA has deployed nine 6000-gallon Flexible Potable Water Tanks and one 6800-gallon tanker in:

    NORTH:
    Dededo Mayor’s Office
    Mount Santa Rosa Yigo (near observatory)
    Astumbo Community Center – (2 flextanks) Dededo
    Yigo Gym
    Yigo – Gill Breeze Subdivision

    CENTRAL
    Mangilao – St. Teresita Church (1 flex tank and 1 FEMA tanker)
    Adacao Elementary School
    Ordot – Victoriano St.

    SOUTH
    Santa Rita / Apra Heights – Sinifa

    Two GWA and one FEMA water tanker are being used to refill facilities critical to emergency response.

  • GWA Website Update - As of June 13, 2023Open or Close

    GENERAL SUMMARY
    ● The majority of the island’s water production comes from the Northern Water Wells, which then travels through a series of pipes and reservoirs to the Central and Southern parts of the island.
    ● Currently 91 wells (76% of operable wells are on-line) and producing approximately 32 million gallons of water per day (approximately 93% of pre-typhoon production).
    ● Guam’s water system relies on adequate water levels in the reservoirs in order for there to be enough pressure to push the water throughout the island.
    ● Once enough wells have been brought online, and water production sufficiently exceeds demand, GWA will have enough water to fill the reservoirs and provide sufficient pressure to distribute water island wide.
    ● GWA reminds those residents WITH water service to please conserve water and avoid washing cars, water blasting and other non-essential high water-usage activities to assist with rebuilding reservoir levels and restoring water service island wide.
    ● GWA continues to implement multiple strategies to bring as many wells online as quickly as possible, and keep them running, including:

    1. GPA energizes areas were deepwells are located

    2. GPA, GWA, and maintenance contractors continue to repair, maintain and re-fuel existing generators.

    3. FEMA generators deployed to well sites where genset repairs cannot be made quickly.
    Coordinate with FEMA on re-fueling and maintaining their generators to keep sites operating.

    4. Two crews are working to replace pumps and motors in 21 wells. One GWA crew and
    one crew made up of GWA, GPA and maintenance contractors. Each changeout takes approximately 12 to 16 hours to complete.

    ● GWA has restored water to 77% of customers, but due to power fluctuations, temporary outages and/or intermittent service may result. GWA asks for your patience as we work to restore our system to pre-storm conditions.

    REGIONAL WATER SYSTEM UPDATE
    Here is the most recent update on GWA water restoration progress:

    Northern Region:
    ● The Northern water system facilities are operating normally, with 76% of wells having access to island or generator power.
    ● 49 wells are currently operating on island power, while 42 are operating on generator power.
    ● Crews are working to restore 2% of wells needing power, minor repairs or increase of flow.
    ● 16% of wells require pump and motor replacements, which have been approved by the EPA and began Wednesday, May 31.
    ● GWA continues to operate all available wells to increase reservoir levels throughout the northern system and send more water to the Central system.
    ● GWA is also monitoring reservoir levels and making adjustments as we can to achieve additional gains for improvement in water service and pressures.

    Central Region:
    ● The villages of Santa Rita and Agar have been restored, including Cross-Island Rd to Sumac Memorial.
    ● Talofofo main village has been restored.
    ● Piti, including the higher areas of Nimitz Hill, Asan and Hagatna are fully restored.
    ● Until levels in the Barrigada, Chaos and Mangialo reservoirs build, higher elevation areas in Mangilao, Ordot and Chalan Pago will continue to experience intermittent service disruption during peak demand times.
    ● GWA continues to monitor the system and will adjust as required with increased water production.

    Southern Region:
    ● The Ugum Surface Water Treatment Plant continues to operate at a reduced capacity, producing approximately 2 million gallons of water per day when in operation
    ● Ugum SWTP crews will continue to maintain reservoir levels during periods of low demand.

    WASTEWATER SYSTEM UPDATE
    The Northern District, Agat-Santa Rita, Umatac-Merizo, Hagåtña and Inarajan Wastewater Treatment Plants are all operating normally.

    Although several sewer pump stations were returned to island power, some GWA facilities remain on generator power, and GWA is working with GPA to monitor power status at both GWA wastewater pump stations and treatment plants.

    Sewer system overflows may occur as pump station sites may become inundated or lose power during restoration of service. GWA is reporting these overflows to EPA and cautions the public to avoid contact with suspected sewage overflows. GWA is also responding to reports of sewage overflows at private pump station facilities or blocked private sewer mains, and is assisting where it can.

    CURRENT PRIORITIES
    ● Deepwell Operations & Pump/Motor Changeouts
    ● Temporary Booster Pump Station at Santa Rita/Sinifa
    ● Water System Restoration
    ● Water Tanker service to dialysis centers and clinics
    ● Water Tanker deployment for pocket outages

    VILLAGE WATER STATIONS
    GWA has deployed nine 6000-gallon Flexible Potable Water Tanks and one 6800-gallon tanker in:

    NORTH:
    Dededo Mayor’s Office
    Mount Santa Rosa Yigo (near observatory)
    Astumbo Community Center – (2 flextanks) Dededo
    Yigo Gym
    Yigo – Gill Breeze Subdivision

    CENTRAL
    Mangilao – St. Teresita Church (1 flex tank and 1 FEMA tanker)
    Adacao Elementary School

    SOUTH
    Santa Rita / Apra Heights – Sinifa
    Santa Ana – Agat

    Two GWA and one FEMA water tanker are being used to refill facilities critical to emergency response.

  • GWA Website Update - As of June 12, 2023Open or Close

    GENERAL SUMMARY
    ● The majority of the island’s water production comes from the Northern Water Wells, which then travels through a series of pipes and reservoirs to the Central and Southern parts of the island.
    ● Currently 89 wells (74% of operable wells are on-line) and producing approximately 32 million gallons of water per day (approximately 93% of pre-typhoon production).
    ● Guam’s water system relies on adequate water levels in the reservoirs in order for there to be enough pressure to push the water throughout the island.
    ● Once enough wells have been brought online, and water production sufficiently exceeds demand, GWA will have enough water to fill the reservoirs and provide sufficient pressure to distribute water island wide.
    ● GWA reminds those residents WITH water service to please conserve water and avoid washing cars, water blasting and other non-essential high water-usage activities to assist with rebuilding reservoir levels and restoring water service island wide.
    ● GWA continues to implement multiple strategies to bring as many wells online as quickly as possible, and keep them running, including:

    1. GPA energizes areas were deepwells are located

    2. GPA, GWA, and maintenance contractors continue to repair, maintain and re-fuel existing generators.

    3. FEMA generators deployed to well sites where genset repairs cannot be made quickly.
    Coordinate with FEMA on re-fueling and maintaining their generators to keep sites operating.

    4. Two crews are working to replace pumps and motors in 21 wells. One GWA crew and
    one crew made up of GWA, GPA and maintenance contractors. Each changeout takes approximately 12 to 16 hours to complete.

    ● GWA has restored water to 71% of customers, but due to power fluctuations, temporary outages and/or intermittent service may result. GWA asks for your patience as we work to restore our system to pre-storm conditions.

    REGIONAL WATER SYSTEM UPDATE
    Here is the most recent update on GWA water restoration progress:

    Northern Region:
    ● The Northern water system facilities are operating normally, with 76% of wells having access to island or generator power.
    ● 49 wells are currently operating on island power, while 40 are operating on generator power.
    ● Crews are working to restore 2% of wells needing power, minor repairs or increase of flow.
    ● 16% of wells require pump and motor replacements, which have been approved by the EPA and began Wednesday, May 31.
    ● GWA continues to operate all available wells to increase reservoir levels throughout the northern system and send more water to the Central system.

    Central Region:
    ● GWA sources and Navy-supplied sources continue to supply Santa Rita and Agat. The high-elevation areas of Santa Ana have been restored.
    ● Service on Cross-Island Road area restored to Sumay Memorial area.
    ● Talofofo main village has been restored but remains susceptible to outages as reservoir levels drop during times of high demand — GWA crews continue to monitor the system in the area.
    ● Tumon, Tamuning, Chalan Pago and Sinajana will continue to experience intermittent service disruption during peak demand times.
    ● Barrigada is now receiving consistent service, but with low water pressure.
    ● Crews are still working to restore service to the higher elevated areas in the M-T-M area above Benson.
    ● Mangilao has service in the low elevation areas and continues to have partial service in the higher elevation areas, such as Corten Torres St (BPM area), UOG, and Mariano St. area. Generally, these areas have water in the evening, with low to no water service by morning.

    Southern Region:
    ● The Ugum Surface Water Treatment Plant is producing approximately 1340 gallons per minute, but service areas will be subject to temporary outages during periods of high demand.
    ● Power fluctuations caused some interruptions to some sites, but that is to be expected during recovery operations.

    WASTEWATER SYSTEM UPDATE
    The Northern District, Agat-Santa Rita, Umatac-Merizo, Hagåtña Wastewater Treatment Plants are all operating normally. The Inalåhan Wastewater Treatment Plant is without power.

    Although several sewer pump stations were returned to island power, some GWA facilities remain on generator power, and GWA is working with GPA to monitor power status at both GWA wastewater pump stations and treatment plants.

    Sewer system overflows may occur as pump station sites may become inundated or lose power during restoration of service. GWA is reporting these overflows to EPA and cautions the public to avoid contact with suspected sewage overflows. GWA is also responding to reports of sewage overflows at private pump station facilities or blocked private sewer mains, and is assisting where it can.

    CURRENT PRIORITIES
    • Deepwell Operations & Pump/Motor Changeouts
    • Water System Restoration
    • Water Tanker service to dialysis centers and clinics
    • Water Tanker deployment for pocket outages

    VILLAGE WATER STATIONS
    GWA has deployed nine 6000-gallon Flexible Potable Water Tanks and one 6800-gallon tanker in:

    NORTH:
    Dededo Mayor’s Office
    Mount Santa Rosa Yigo (near observatory)
    Astumbo Community Center – (2 flextanks) Dededo
    Yigo Gym
    Yigo – Gill Breeze Subdivision

    CENTRAL
    Mangilao – St. Teresita Church (1 flex tank and 1 FEMA tanker)
    Adacao Elementary School

    SOUTH
    Santa Rita / Apra Heights – Sinifa
    Santa Ana – Agat

    Two GWA and one FEMA water tanker are being used to refill facilities critical to emergency response.

    Precautionary Boil Water Notice:

    GWA Water System

    BOIL YOUR WATER BEFORE USING

    Due to the impact to GWA’s Water system from Typhoon Mawar portions of the water system have experienced reduced pressure which may pose a risk to customers. Out of an abundance of caution, GWA issues this Precautionary Boil Water Notice while GWA restores the water system and laboratory analysis confirms the water is safe to drink.

    What should I do? What does this mean?

    DO NOT DRINK THE WATER WITHOUT BOILING IT FIRST. Bring all water to a boil, let it boil for three (3) minutes, and let it cool before using or use bottled water. Boiled or bottled water should be used for drinking, making ice, brushing teeth, washing dishes, and food preparation until further notice. Boiling kills bacteria and other organisms in the water.
    ● Fecal coliforms and E. coli are bacteria whose presence indicates that water may be contaminated with human or animal wastes. Microbes in these waters can cause diarrhea, cramps, nausea, headaches, or other systems. They pose a special health risk for infants, young children, and people with severely compromised immune systems.
    ● The systems above are not caused only by organisms in drinking water. If you experience any of these symptoms and they persist, you may want to seek medical advice. People at increased risk should seek advice about drinking water from their health care providers.

    What is being done?
    Bacterial contamination can occur when increased run-off enters the drinking water source, if there is a loss of line pressure to less than 5 psi, a pipe break lasted more than 12 hours or there is a failure in the water treatment process. This advisory is being issued as a precaution while GWA works to bring all production facilities back into service and replenish water tank levels to increase pressure in the system. As production and pressure in the system is restored, GWA will ensure that the system is sampled and tested, and chlorine levels and pressures have been confirmed to be within acceptable levels.

  • GWA Website Update - As of June 11, 2023Open or Close

    GENERAL SUMMARY
    ● The majority of the island’s water production comes from the Northern Water Wells, which then travels
    through a series of pipes and reservoirs to the Central and Southern parts of the island.
    ● Currently 91 wells (76% of operable wells are on-line) and producing approximately 32 million gallons of
    water per day (approximately 93% of pre-typhoon production).
    ● Guam’s water system relies on adequate water levels in the reservoirs in order for there to be enough
    pressure to push the water throughout the island.
    ● Once enough wells have been brought online, and water production sufficiently exceeds demand, GWA will
    have enough water to fill the reservoirs and provide sufficient pressure to distribute water island wide.
    ● GWA reminds those residents WITH water service to please conserve water and avoid washing cars, water
    blasting and other non-essential high water-usage activities to assist with rebuilding reservoir levels and
    restoring water service island wide.
    ● GWA continues to implement multiple strategies to bring as many wells online as quickly as possible, and
    keep them running, including:

    1. GPA energizes areas were deepwells are located

    2. GPA, GWA, and maintenance contractors continue to repair, maintain and re-fuel existing generators.

    3. FEMA generators deployed to well sites where genset repairs cannot be made quickly.
    Coordinate with FEMA on re-fueling and maintaining their generators to keep sites operating.

    4. Two crews are working to replace pumps and motors in 21 wells. One GWA crew and
    one crew made up of GWA, GPA and maintenance contractors. Each changeout takes approximately 12 to 16 hours to complete.

    REGIONAL WATER SYSTEM UPDATE
    Here is the most recent update on GWA water restoration progress:

    Northern Region:
    ● The Northern water system facilities are operating normally, with 76% of wells having access to island or
    generator power.
    ● 47 wells are currently operating on island power, while 44 are operating on generator power.
    ● Crews are working to restore 2% of wells needing power, minor repairs or increase of flow.
    ● 13% of wells require pump and motor replacements, which have been approved by the EPA and began Wednesday,
    May 31.
    ● GWA continues to operate all available wells to increase reservoir levels throughout the northern system
    and send more water to the Central system.
    ● Gains have been made in reservoir levels in Yigo, Santa Rosa, Barrigada and Tamuning overnight, but higher
    levels are still needed to properly pressurize the system.

    Central Region:
    ● GWA sources and Navy-supplied sources continue to supply Santa Rita and Agat. The high-elevation areas of
    Santa Ana have been restored.
    ● Service on Cross-Island Road area restored to Sumay Memorial area.
    ● Talofofo main village has been restored but remains susceptible to outages as reservoir levels drop during
    times of high demand — GWA crews continue to monitor the system in the area.
    ● Tumon, Tamuning, Chalan Pago and Sinajana will continue to experience intermittent service disruption
    during peak demand times.
    ● Barrigada is now receiving consistent service, but with low water pressure.
    ● Crews are still working to restore service to the higher elevated areas in the M-T-M area above Benson.
    ● Mangilao has service in the low elevation areas and continues to have partial service in the higher
    elevation areas, such as Corten Torres St (BPM area), UOG, and Mariano St. area. Generally, these areas
    have water in the evening, with low to no water service by morning.

    Southern Region:
    ● The Ugum Surface Water Treatment Plant continues to operate at reduced capacity due to damaged control
    equipment, producing approximately 1340 gallons per minute, but service areas will be subject to temporary
    outages during periods of high demand.
    ● The Southern Water System continues to meet demand, but the GWA Pressure Line Unit battled to repair two
    main line breaks in Merizo and Santa Rita.
    ● Power fluctuations caused some interruptions to some sites, but that is to be expected during recovery
    operations.

    WASTEWATER SYSTEM UPDATE
    The Northern District, Agat-Santa Rita, Umatac-Merizo, Hagåtña Wastewater Treatment Plants are all operating normally. The Inalåhan Wastewater Treatment Plant is without power.

    Although several sewer pump stations were returned to island power, some GWA facilities remain on generator power, and GWA is working with GPA to monitor power status at both GWA wastewater pump stations and treatment plants.

    Sewer system overflows may occur as pump station sites may become inundated or lose power during restoration of service. GWA is reporting these overflows to EPA and cautions the public to avoid contact with suspected sewage overflows. GWA is also responding to reports of sewage overflows at private pump station facilities or blocked private sewer mains, and is assisting where it can.

    CURRENT PRIORITIES
    • Deepwell Operations & Pump/Motor Changeouts
    • Water System Restoration
    • Water Tanker service to dialysis centers and clinics
    • Water Tanker deployment for pocket outages

    VILLAGE WATER STATIONS
    GWA has deployed nine 6000-gallon Flexible Potable Water Tanks and one 6800-gallon tanker in:

    NORTH:
    Dededo Mayor’s Office
    Mount Santa Rosa Yigo (near observatory)
    Astumbo Community Center – (2 flextanks) Dededo
    Yigo Gym
    Yigo – Gill Breeze Subdivision

    CENTRAL
    Mangilao – St. Teresita Church (1 flex tank and 1 FEMA tanker)
    Adacao Elementary School

    SOUTH
    Santa Rita / Apra Heights – Sinifa
    Santa Ana – Agat

    Two GWA and one FEMA water tanker are being used to refill facilities critical to emergency response.

    Precautionary Boil Water Notice:

    GWA Water System

    BOIL YOUR WATER BEFORE USING

    Due to the impact to GWA’s Water system from Typhoon Mawar portions of the water system have experienced reduced pressure which may pose a risk to customers. Out of an abundance of caution, GWA issues this Precautionary Boil Water Notice while GWA restores the water system and laboratory analysis confirms the water is safe to drink.

    What should I do? What does this mean?

    DO NOT DRINK THE WATER WITHOUT BOILING IT FIRST. Bring all water to a boil, let it boil for three (3) minutes, and let it cool before using or use bottled water. Boiled or bottled water should be used for drinking, making ice, brushing teeth, washing dishes, and food preparation until further notice. Boiling kills bacteria and other organisms in the water.
    ● Fecal coliforms and E. coli are bacteria whose presence indicates that water may be contaminated with human or animal wastes. Microbes in these waters can cause diarrhea, cramps, nausea, headaches, or other systems. They pose a special health risk for infants, young children, and people with severely compromised immune systems.
    ● The systems above are not caused only by organisms in drinking water. If you experience any of these symptoms and they persist, you may want to seek medical advice. People at increased risk should seek advice about drinking water from their health care providers.

    What is being done?
    Bacterial contamination can occur when increased run-off enters the drinking water source, if there is a loss of line pressure to less than 5 psi, a pipe break lasted more than 12 hours or there is a failure in the water treatment process. This advisory is being issued as a precaution while GWA works to bring all production facilities back into service and replenish water tank levels to increase pressure in the system. As production and pressure in the system is restored, GWA will ensure that the system is sampled and tested, and chlorine levels and pressures have been confirmed to be within acceptable levels.

  • GWA Website Update - As of June 9, 2023Open or Close

    GENERAL SUMMARY
    ● The majority of the island’s water production comes from the Northern Water Wells, which then travels through a series of pipes and reservoirs to the Central and Southern parts of the island.
    ● Currently 73% of operable wells are on-line and producing approximately 31.5 million gallons of water per day. (Normal system operation is between 34-36 million gallons per day).
    ● Guam’s water system relies on adequate water levels in the reservoirs in order for there to be enough pressure to push the water throughout the island.
    ● Once enough wells have been brought online, they will be able to produce adequate water supply, providing enough water to fill the reservoirs and provide sufficient pressure to distribute water island wide.
    ● GWA reminds those residents WITH water service to please conserve water and avoid washing cars, water blasting and other high water-usage activities to assist with rebuilding reservoir levels and restoring water service island wide.
    ● GWA is experiencing issues with generators at certain facilities and has made a request for FEMA generators and a fuel tanker dedicated to delivering fuel to GWA assets.
    ● GWA continues to work with federal agencies to assess and install additional generators where needed.
    ● GWA continues to implement multiple strategies to bring as many wells online as quickly as possible including:

    1. GPA energizes areas were deepwells are located

    2. GPA, GWA, and maintenance contractors continue to repair existing generators.

    3. FEMA generators are requested for well sites where genset repairs cannot be made quickly. Sites are prioritized based on production levels and levels of damage to the island wide power system in those areas.

    4. Two crews are working to replace pumps and motors in 21 wells. One GWA crew and one crew made up of GWA, GPA and maintenance contractors. Each changeout takes approximately 12 to 16 hours to complete.

    REGIONAL WATER SYSTEM UPDATE
    Here is the most recent update on GWA water restoration progress:

    Northern Region:
    ● The Northern water system facilities are operating normally, but at reduced capacity due to only 73% of wells having access to island or generator power.
    ● 46 wells are currently operating on island power, while 42 are operating on generator power.
    ● Crews are working to restore 4% of wells needing power, minor repairs or increase of flow.
    ● 14% of wells require pump and motor replacements, which have been approved by the EPA and began Wednesday, May 31.
    ● GWA continues to operate all available wells to increase reservoir levels throughout the northern system and send more water to the Central system.
    ● Crews restored water service to Mount Santa Rosa this afternoon.

    Central Region:
    ● GWA sources and Navy-supplied sources continue to supply Santa Rita and Agat, except in the high-elevation areas of Santa Ana, which are in the process of being restored.
    ● Service on Cross-Island Road area restored to the Sumay Memorial.
    ● Talofofo main village has been restored but remains susceptible to outages as reservoir levels drop during times of high demand — GWA crews continue to monitor the system in the area.
    ● Tumon, Tamuning, Chalan Pago and Sinajana will continue to experience intermittent service disruption during peak demand times.
    ● Barrigada is now receiving consistent service, but with low water pressure.
    ● Crews are still working to restore service to the higher elevated areas in the M-T-M area above Benson.
    ● Mangilao has service in the low elevation areas and continues to have partial service in the higher elevation areas, such as Corten Torres St (BPM area), UOG, and Mariano St. area.
    Generally, these areas have water in the evening, with low to no water service by morning.

    Southern Region:
    ● The Ugum Surface Water Treatment Plant continues to operate at reduced capacity due to damaged control equipment, producing approximately 1340 gallons per minute, but service areas will be
    subject to temporary outages during periods of high demand.
    ● The Southern Water System continues to meet demand, but the GWA Pressure Line Unit battled to repair two main line breaks in Merizo and Santa Rita.
    ● Power fluctuations caused some interruptions to some sites, but that is to be expected during recovery operations.
    ● Restoration progress continues to be made in Agat in the Santa Ana area.

    WASTEWATER SYSTEM UPDATE
    The Northern District, Agat-Santa Rita, Umatac-Merizo, Hagåtña Wastewater Treatment Plants are all operating normally. The Inalåhan Wastewater Treatment Plant is without power.

    Although several sewer pump stations were returned to island power, some GWA facilities remain on generator power, and GWA is working with GPA to monitor power status at both GWA wastewater pump stations and treatment plants.

    Sewer system overflows may occur as pump station sites may become inundated or lose power during restoration of service. GWA is reporting these overflows to EPA and cautions the public to avoid contact with suspected sewage overflows.

    CURRENT PRIORITIES
    • Deepwell Operations & Pump/Motor Changeouts
    • Water System Restoration
    • Water Tanker service to dialysis centers and clinics
    • Water Tanker deployment for pocket outages

    VILLAGE WATER STATIONS
    GWA has deployed ten 6000-gallon Flexible Potable Water Tanks and one 6800-gallon tanker in:

    NORTH:
    Dededo Mayor’s Office
    Mount Santa Rosa Yigo (near observatory)
    Astumbo Community Center – (2 flextanks) Dededo
    Yigo Gym
    Yigo – Gill Breeze Subdivision

    CENTRAL
    Mangilao – St. Teresita Church (1 flex tank and 1 FEMA tanker)
    Maite – Shop for Less Parking Lot (stationed at read of building on S. Biang St.)
    Adacao Elementary School

    SOUTH
    Santa Rita / Apra Heights – Sinifa
    Santa Ana – Agat

    Two GWA and one FEMA water tanker are being used to refill facilities critical to emergency response.

    Precautionary Boil Water Notice:

    GWA Water System

    BOIL YOUR WATER BEFORE USING

    Due to the impact to GWA’s Water system from Typhoon Mawar portions of the water system have experienced reduced pressure which may pose a risk to customers. Out of an abundance of caution, GWA issues this Precautionary Boil Water Notice while GWA restores the water system and laboratory analysis confirms the water is safe to drink.

    What should I do? What does this mean?

    DO NOT DRINK THE WATER WITHOUT BOILING IT FIRST. Bring all water to a boil, let it boil for three (3) minutes, and let it cool before using or use bottled water. Boiled or bottled water should be used for drinking, making ice, brushing teeth, washing dishes, and food preparation until further notice. Boiling kills bacteria and other organisms in the water.
    ● Fecal coliforms and E. coli are bacteria whose presence indicates that water may be contaminated with human or animal wastes. Microbes in these waters can cause diarrhea, cramps, nausea, headaches, or other systems. They pose a special health risk for infants, young children, and people with severely compromised immune systems.
    ● The systems above are not caused only by organisms in drinking water. If you experience any of these symptoms and they persist, you may want to seek medical advice. People at increased risk should seek advice about drinking water from their health care providers.

    What is being done?
    Bacterial contamination can occur when increased run-off enters the drinking water source, if there is a loss of line pressure to less than 5 psi, a pipe break lasted more than 12 hours or there is a failure in the water treatment process. This advisory is being issued as a precaution while GWA works to bring all production facilities back into service and replenish water tank levels to increase pressure in the system. As production and pressure in the system is restored, GWA will ensure that the system is sampled and tested, and chlorine levels and pressures have been confirmed to be within acceptable levels.

  • GWA Website Update - As of June 8, 2023Open or Close

    GENERAL SUMMARY
    ● The majority of the island’s water production comes from the Northern Water Wells, which then travels through a series of pipes and reservoirs to the Central and Southern parts of the island.
    ● Currently 70% of operable wells are on-line and producing water.
    ● Guam’s water system relies on adequate water levels in the reservoirs in order for there to be enough pressure to push the water throughout the island.
    ● Once enough wells have been brought online, they will be able to produce adequate water supply, providing enough water to fill the reservoirs and provide sufficient pressure to distribute water island wide.
    ● GWA reminds those residents WITH water service to please conserve water and avoid washing cars, water blasting and other high water-usage activities to assist with rebuilding reservoir levels and restoring water service island wide.
    ● GWA is experiencing issues with generators at certain facilities and has made a request for FEMA generators and a fuel tanker dedicated to delivering fuel to GWA assets.
    ● GWA continues to work with federal agencies to assess and install additional generators where needed.
    ● GWA continues to implement multiple strategies to bring as many wells online as quickly as possible including:

    1. GPA energizes areas were deepwells are located

    2. GPA, GWA, and maintenance contractors continue to repair existing generators.

    3. FEMA generators are requested for well sites where genset repairs cannot be made quickly. Sites are prioritized based on production levels and levels of damage to the island wide power system in those areas.

    4. Two crews are working to replace pumps and motors in 21 wells. One GWA crew and one crew made up of GWA, GPA and maintenance contractors. Each changeout takes approximately 12 to 16 hours to complete.

    REGIONAL WATER SYSTEM UPDATE
    Here is the most recent update on GWA water restoration progress:

    Northern Region:
    ● The Northern water system facilities are operating normally, but at reduced capacity due to only 70% of wells having access to island or generator power.
    ● Crews are working to restore 5% of wells needing power, minor repairs or increase of flow.
    ● 17% of wells require pump and motor replacements, which have been approved by the EPA and began Wednesday, May 31.
    ● GWA continues to operate all available wells to increase reservoir levels throughout the northern system and send more water to the Central system.
    ● Crews restored water service to Mount Santa Rosa this afternoon.

    Central Region:
    ● GWA sources and Navy-supplied sources continue to supply Santa Rita and Agat, except in the high-elevation areas of Santa Ana, which are in the process of being restored.
    ● Service on Cross-Island Road area restored to the Sumay Memorial.
    ● Talofofo main village has been restored but remains susceptible to outages as reservoir levels drop during times of high demand — GWA crews continue to monitor the system in the area.
    ● Tumon, Tamuning, Chalan Pago and Sinajana will continue to experience intermittent service disruption during peak demand times.
    ● Barrigada is now receiving consistent service, but with low water pressure.
    ● Crews are still working to restore service to the higher elevated areas in the M-T-M area above Benson.
    ● Mangilao has service in the low elevation areas and continues to have partial service in the higher elevation areas, such as Corten Torres St (BPM area), UOG, and Mariano St. area.
    Generally, these areas have water in the evening, with low to no water service by morning.

    Southern Region:
    ● The Ugum Surface Water Treatment Plant continues to operate at reduced capacity due to damaged control equipment, producing approximately 1340 gallons per minute, but service areas will be
    subject to temporary outages during periods of high demand.
    ● Crews will continue to maintain reservoir levels during periods of low demand,
    ● Water services are restored from Ipan through to Umatac,
    ● The only area in the south without water service is the Santa Ana area in Agat. Army Corps of Engineers is assessing the water booster pump stations today, and GWA hopes to install a
    generator within 24 hours to allow service to be restored to this area.

    WASTEWATER SYSTEM UPDATE
    The Northern District, Agat-Santa Rita, Umatac-Merizo, Hagåtña Wastewater Treatment Plants are all operating normally. The Inalåhan Wastewater Treatment Plant is without power.

    Although several sewer pump stations were returned to island power, some GWA facilities remain on generator power, and GWA is working with GPA to monitor power status at both GWA wastewater pump stations and treatment plants.

    Sewer system overflows may occur as pump station sites may become inundated or lose power during restoration of service. GWA is reporting these overflows to EPA and cautions the public to avoid contact with suspected sewage overflows.

    CURRENT PRIORITIES
    • Deepwell Operations & Pump/Motor Changeouts
    • Water System Restoration
    • Water Tanker service to dialysis centers and clinics
    • Water Tanker deployment for pocket outages

    VILLAGE WATER STATIONS
    GWA has deployed ten 6000-gallon Flexible Potable Water Tanks and one 6800-gallon tanker in:

    NORTH:
    Dededo Mayor’s Office
    Mount Santa Rosa Yigo (near observatory)
    Astumbo Community Center – (2 flextanks) Dededo
    Yigo Gym
    Yigo – Gill Breeze Subdivision

    CENTRAL
    Mangilao – St. Teresita Church (1 flex tank and 1 FEMA tanker)
    Maite – Shop for Less Parking Lot (stationed at read of building on S. Biang St.)
    Adacao Elementary School

    SOUTH
    Santa Rita / Apra Heights – Sinifa
    Santa Ana – Agat

    Two GWA and one FEMA water tanker are being used to refill facilities critical to emergency response.

    Precautionary Boil Water Notice:

    GWA Water System

    BOIL YOUR WATER BEFORE USING

    Due to the impact to GWA’s Water system from Typhoon Mawar portions of the water system have experienced reduced pressure which may pose a risk to customers. Out of an abundance of caution, GWA issues this Precautionary Boil Water Notice while GWA restores the water system and laboratory analysis confirms the water is safe to drink.

    What should I do? What does this mean?

    DO NOT DRINK THE WATER WITHOUT BOILING IT FIRST. Bring all water to a boil, let it boil for three (3) minutes, and let it cool before using or use bottled water. Boiled or bottled water should be used for drinking, making ice, brushing teeth, washing dishes, and food preparation until further notice. Boiling kills bacteria and other organisms in the water.
    ● Fecal coliforms and E. coli are bacteria whose presence indicates that water may be contaminated with human or animal wastes. Microbes in these waters can cause diarrhea, cramps, nausea, headaches, or other systems. They pose a special health risk for infants, young children, and people with severely compromised immune systems.
    ● The systems above are not caused only by organisms in drinking water. If you experience any of these symptoms and they persist, you may want to seek medical advice. People at increased risk should seek advice about drinking water from their health care providers.

    What is being done?
    Bacterial contamination can occur when increased run-off enters the drinking water source, if there is a loss of line pressure to less than 5 psi, a pipe break lasted more than 12 hours or there is a failure in the water treatment process. This advisory is being issued as a precaution while GWA works to bring all production facilities back into service and replenish water tank levels to increase pressure in the system. As production and pressure in the system is restored, GWA will ensure that the system is sampled and tested, and chlorine levels and pressures have been confirmed to be within acceptable levels.

  • GWA Website Update - As of June 7, 2023Open or Close

    GENERAL SUMMARY
    ● The majority of the island’s water production comes from the Northern Water Wells, which then travels through a series of pipes and reservoirs to the Central and Southern parts of the island.
    ● Currently 73% of operable wells are on-line and producing water.
    ● Guam’s water system relies on adequate water levels in the reservoirs in order for there to be enough pressure to push the water throughout the island.
    ● Once enough wells have been brought online, they will be able to produce adequate water supply, providing enough water to fill the reservoirs and provide sufficient pressure to distribute water island wide.
    ● GWA reminds those residents WITH water service to please conserve water and avoid washing cars, water blasting and other high water-usage activities to assist with rebuilding reservoir levels and restoring water service island wide.
    ● GWA is experiencing issues with generators at certain facilities and has made a request for FEMA generators and a fuel tanker dedicated to delivering fuel to GWA assets.
    ● GWA continues to work with federal agencies to assess and install additional generators where needed.
    ● GWA continues to implement multiple strategies to bring as many wells online as quickly as possible including:

    1. GPA energizes areas were deepwells are located

    2. GPA, GWA, and maintenance contractors continue to repair existing generators.

    3. FEMA generators are requested for well sites where genset repairs cannot be made quickly. Sites are prioritized based on production levels and levels of damage to the island wide power system in those areas.

    4. Three crews are working to replace pumps and motors in 21 wells. One GWA crew and two crews made up of GWA, GPA and maintenance contractors. Each changeout takes approximately 12 to 16 hours to complete.

    REGIONAL WATER SYSTEM UPDATE
    Here is the most recent update on GWA water restoration progress:

    Northern Region:
    ● The Northern water system facilities are operating normally, but at reduced capacity due to only 73% of wells having access to island or generator power.
    ● Crews are working to restore 3% of wells needing power, minor repairs or increase of flow.
    ● There are currently 41 wells on island power and 46 operating on generator power.
    ● 18% of wells require pump and motor replacements, which have been approved by the EPA and began Wednesday, May 31.
    ● GWA continues to operate all available wells to increase reservoir levels throughout the northern system and send more water to the Central system.
    ● The areas of Back Road to Andersen, Latte Heights, Adacao and Pagan are receiving consistent service, but with low water pressure.
    ● Crews are working to fill the Santa Rosa Reservoir in Yigo. Once the tank level is sufficient, water will then be able to be pumped up to the Mount Santa Rosa area.
    ● The areas of Astumbo, Machanao and Ironwood Estates are receiving consistent water service.

    Central Region:
    ● GWA sources and Navy-supplied sources continue to supply Santa Rita and Agat, except in the high-elevation areas of Santa Ana, which are in the process of being restored.
    ● Service on Cross-Island Road area temporarily restored up to Our Lady of Peace.
    ● The Sinifa area and higher elevations of Santa Rita on Cross-Island Rd remain without water.
    ● Talofofo main village has been restored but remains susceptible to outages as reservoir levels drop during times of high demand — GWA crews continue to monitor the system in the area.
    ● Tumon, Tamuning, Chalan Pago and Sinajana will continue to experience intermittent service disruption during peak demand times.
    ● Barrigada is now receiving consistent service, but with low water pressure.
    ● Crews are still working to restore service to the higher elevated areas in the M-T-M area above Benson.
    ● Partial service was restored t the University of Guam and Cortez Torres St. (BPM area) early this morning but was out again as of mid-morning due to high demand

    Southern Region:
    ● The Ugum Surface Water Treatment Plant continues to operate at reduced capacity due to damaged control equipment, producing approximately 1340 gallons per minute, but service areas will be subject to temporary outages during periods of high demand.
    ● Crews will continue to maintain reservoir levels during periods of low demand,
    ● Water services are restored from Ipan through to Umatac,
    ● Service has been restored to from Talofofo to midway to the Apra Heights area. Crews are working right now are making system adjustments to move more water toward the lower Apra Heights Area this evening.

    WASTEWATER SYSTEM UPDATE
    The Northern District, Agat-Santa Rita, Umatac-Merizo, Hagåtña and Inalåhan Wastewater Treatment Plants are all operating normally.

    Although several sewer pump stations were returned to island power, some GWA facilities remain on generator power, and GWA is working with GPA to monitor power status at both GWA wastewater pump stations and treatment plants.

    Sewer system overflows may occur as pump station sites may become inundated or lose power during restoration of service. GWA is reporting these overflows to EPA and cautions the public to avoid contact with suspected sewage overflows.

    CURRENT PRIORITIES
    • Deepwell Operations & Pump/Motor Changeouts
    • Water System Restoration
    • Water Tanker service to dialysis centers and clinics
    • Water Tanker deployment for pocket outages

    VILLAGE WATER STATIONS
    GWA has deployed ten 6000-gallon Flexible Potable Water Tanks and one 6800-gallon tanker in:

    NORTH:
    Dededo – Mayor’s Office
    Yigo Gym
    Mount Santa Rosa (near observatory)
    Astumbo Community Center
    Yigo – Gill Breeze Subdivision

    CENTRAL
    Mangilao – St. Teresita Church
    Maite – Shop for Less Parking Lot (stationed at rear of building on S. Biang St.)
    Adacao Elementary School

    SOUTH
    Santa Rita/Apra Hgts – Sinifa
    Santa Ana – Agat

    Five (5) additional flex tanks deployments are pending additional containers/chassis. Once the water stations are depleted, they will be refilled and returned to service at locations still without water.

    Two GWA and one FEMA water tanker are being used to refill facilities critical to emergency response.

    Precautionary Boil Water Notice:

    GWA Water System

    BOIL YOUR WATER BEFORE USING

    Due to the impact to GWA’s Water system from Typhoon Mawar portions of the water system have experienced reduced pressure which may pose a risk to customers. Out of an abundance of caution, GWA issues this Precautionary Boil Water Notice while GWA restores the water system and laboratory analysis confirms the water is safe to drink.

    What should I do? What does this mean?

    DO NOT DRINK THE WATER WITHOUT BOILING IT FIRST. Bring all water to a boil, let it boil for three (3) minutes, and let it cool before using or use bottled water. Boiled or bottled water should be used for drinking, making ice, brushing teeth, washing dishes, and food preparation until further notice. Boiling kills bacteria and other organisms in the water.
    ● Fecal coliforms and E. coli are bacteria whose presence indicates that water may be contaminated with human or animal wastes. Microbes in these waters can cause diarrhea, cramps, nausea, headaches, or other systems. They pose a special health risk for infants, young children, and people with severely compromised immune systems.
    ● The systems above are not caused only by organisms in drinking water. If you experience any of these symptoms and they persist, you may want to seek medical advice. People at increased risk should seek advice about drinking water from their health care providers.

    What is being done?
    Bacterial contamination can occur when increased run-off enters the drinking water source, if there is a loss of line pressure to less than 5 psi, a pipe break lasted more than 12 hours or there is a failure in the water treatment process. This advisory is being issued as a precaution while GWA works to bring all production facilities back into service and replenish water tank levels to increase pressure in the system. As production and pressure in the system is restored, GWA will ensure that the system is sampled and tested, and chlorine levels and pressures have been confirmed to be within acceptable levels.

  • GWA Website Update - As of June 6, 2023Open or Close

    GENERAL SUMMARY
    ● The majority of the island’s water production comes from the Northern Water Wells, which then travels through a series of pipes and reservoirs to the Central and Southern parts of the island.
    ● Currently 73% of operable wells are on-line and producing water.
    ● Guam’s water system relies on adequate water levels in the reservoirs in order for there to be enough pressure to push the water throughout the island.
    ● Once enough wells have been brought online, they will be able to produce adequate water supply, providing enough water to fill the reservoirs and provide sufficient pressure to distribute water islandwide.
    ● GWA reminds those residents WITH water service to please conserve water and avoid washing cars, water blasting and other high water-usage activities to assist with rebuilding reservoir levels and restoring water service island wide.
    ● GWA is experiencing issues with generators at certain facilities and has made a request for FEMA generators and a fuel tanker dedicated to delivering fuel to GWA assets.
    ● GWA continues to work with federal agencies to assess and install additional generators where needed.
    ● GWA continues to implement multiple strategies to bring as many wells online as quickly as possible including:

    1. GPA energizes areas were deepwells are located

    2. GPA, GWA, and maintenance contractors continue to repair existing generators.

    3. FEMA generators are requested for well sites where genset repairs cannot be made quickly. Sites are prioritized based on production levels and levels of damage to the island wide power system in those areas.

    4. Three crews are working to replace pumps and motors in 21 wells. One GWA crew and two crews made up of GWA, GPA and maintenance contractors. Each changeout takes approximately 12 to 16 hours to complete.

    REGIONAL WATER SYSTEM UPDATE
    Here is the most recent update on GWA water restoration progress:

    Northern Region:
    ● The Northern water system facilities are operating normally, but at reduced capacity due to only 73% of wells having access to island or generator power.
    ● Crews are working to restore 3% of wells needing power, minor repairs or increase of flow.
    ● There are currently 41 wells on island power and 46 operating on generator power..
    ● 16% of wells require pump and motor replacements, which have been approved by the EPA and began Wednesday, May 31.
    ● GWA continues to operate all available wells to increase reservoir levels throughout the northern system and send more water to the Central system.
    ● The higher elevation area surrounding and including Perez Acres behind Pay-Less Supermarket in Yigo are now receiving water.

    Central Region:
    ● GWA sources and Navy-supplied sources continue to supply Santa Rita and Agat, except in the high-elevation areas of Santa Ana, which are in the process of being restored.
    ● Service on Cross-Island Road area temporarily restored up to Our Lady of Peace.
    ● The Sinifa area and higher elevations of Santa Rita on Cross-Island Rd remain without water.
    ● Talofofo main village has been restored but remains susceptible to outages as reservoir levels drop during times of high demand — GWA crews continue to monitor the system in the area.
    ● Tumon, Tamuning, Chalan Pago and Sinajana will continue to experience intermittent service disruption during peak demand times.
    ● Piti, Asan and Hagatna are fully restored.
    ● Partial service has been restored in Mangilao on the back road from Hawaiian Rock to Santa Teresita Church and is working its way up to Barrigada in the direction of Old Price Road.
    ● Jonestown and Perezville now have a consistent supply of water.
    ● Summerview Apartments near Pia Marine and St. John’s now have a consistent supply or water.
    ● GWA is monitoring the system and will adjust as required due to anticipated increased production.

    Southern Region:
    ● The Ugum Surface Water Treatment Plant continues to operate at reduced capacity due to damaged control equipment, producing approximately 1340 gallons per minute, but service areas will be subject to temporary outages during periods of high demand.
    ● Crews will continue to maintain reservoir levels during periods of low demand,
    ● Water services are restored from Ipan through to Umatac,
    ● Residents in Yona in extremely high elevations may be without water.

    WASTEWATER SYSTEM UPDATE
    The Northern District, Agat-Santa Rita, Umatac-Merizo, Hagåtña and Inalåhan Wastewater Treatment Plants are all operating normally.

    Although several sewer pump stations were returned to island power, some GWA facilities remain on generator power, and GWA is working with GPA to monitor power status at both GWA wastewater pump stations and treatment plants.

    Sewer system overflows may occur as pump station sites may become inundated or lose power during restoration of service. GWA is reporting these overflows to EPA and cautions the public to avoid contact with suspected sewage overflows.

    CURRENT PRIORITIES
    • Deepwell Operations & Pump/Motor Changeouts
    • Water System Restoration
    • Water Tanker service to dialysis centers and clinics
    • Water Tanker deployment for pocket outages

    VILLAGE WATER STATIONS
    GWA has deployed eight 6000-gallon Flexible Potable Water Tanks and one 6800-gallon tanker in:

    NORTH:
    Dededo Mayor’s Office
    Mount Santa Rosa Yigo (near observatory)
    Astumbo Community Center
    Yigo Gym

    CENTRAL
    St. Teresita Church-Mangilao
    Adacao Elementary School
    Maite Shop for Less

    SOUTH
    Santa Rita/Apra Hgts – Sinifa

    Five (5) additional flex tanks deployments are pending additional containers/chassis. Once the water stations are depleted, they will be refilled and returned to service at locations still without water.

    Two GWA and one FEMA water tanker are being used to refill facilities critical to emergency response.

    Precautionary Boil Water Notice:

    GWA Water System

    BOIL YOUR WATER BEFORE USING

    Due to the impact to GWA’s Water system from Typhoon Mawar portions of the water system have experienced reduced pressure which may pose a risk to customers. Out of an abundance of caution, GWA issues this Precautionary Boil Water Notice while GWA restores the water system and laboratory analysis confirms the water is safe to drink.

    What should I do? What does this mean?

    DO NOT DRINK THE WATER WITHOUT BOILING IT FIRST. Bring all water to a boil, let it boil for three (3) minutes, and let it cool before using or use bottled water. Boiled or bottled water should be used for drinking, making ice, brushing teeth, washing dishes, and food preparation until further notice. Boiling kills bacteria and other organisms in the water.
    ● Fecal coliforms and E. coli are bacteria whose presence indicates that water may be contaminated with human or animal wastes. Microbes in these waters can cause diarrhea, cramps, nausea, headaches, or other systems. They pose a special health risk for infants, young children, and people with severely compromised immune systems.
    ● The systems above are not caused only by organisms in drinking water. If you experience any of these symptoms and they persist, you may want to seek medical advice. People at increased risk should seek advice about drinking water from their health care providers.

    What is being done?
    Bacterial contamination can occur when increased run-off enters the drinking water source, if there is a loss of line pressure to less than 5 psi, a pipe break lasted more than 12 hours or there is a failure in the water treatment process. This advisory is being issued as a precaution while GWA works to bring all production facilities back into service and replenish water tank levels to increase pressure in the system. As production and pressure in the system is restored, GWA will ensure that the system is sampled and tested, and chlorine levels and pressures have been confirmed to be within acceptable levels.

  • GWA Website Update - As of June 5, 2023Open or Close

    GENERAL SUMMARY
    ● The majority of the island’s water production comes from the Northern Water Wells, which then travels through a series of pipes and reservoirs to the Central and Southern parts of the island.
    ● Currently 64% of operable wells are on-line and producing water.
    ● Guam’s water system relies on adequate water levels in the reservoirs in order for there to be enough pressure to push the water throughout the island.
    ● Once enough wells have been brought online, they will be able to produce adequate water supply, providing enough water to fill the reservoirs and provide sufficient pressure to distribute water islandwide.
    ● GWA reminds those residents WITH water service to please conserve water and avoid washing cars, water blasting and other high water-usage activities to assist with rebuilding reservoir levels and restoring water service island wide.
    ● GWA is experiencing issues with generators at certain facilities and has made a request for FEMA generators and a fuel tanker dedicated to delivering fuel to GWA assets.
    ● GWA continues to work with federal agencies to assess and install additional generators where needed.
    ● GWA and GPA continue to monitor power status to maintain operations at GWA production and distribution facilities.

    REGIONAL WATER SYSTEM UPDATE
    Here is the most recent update on GWA water restoration progress:

    Northern Region:
    ● The Northern water system facilities are operating normally, but at reduced capacity due to only 64% of wells having access to island or generator power.
    ● Crews are working to restore 16% of wells needing power, minor repairs or increase of flow.
    ● There are currently 35 wells on island power and 42 operating on generator power.
    ● There are a total of 11 wells down due to generators needing repair.
    ● 18% of wells require pump and motor replacements, which have been approved by the EPA and began Wednesday, May 31.
    ● GWA continues to operate all available wells to increase reservoir levels throughout the northern system and send more water to the Central system.
    ● North Yigo in the back gate to Anderson Airforce area is fully restored and just south of the back gate area has partial service.

    Central Region:
    ● GWA sources and Navy-supplied sources continue to supply Santa Rita and Agat, except in the high-elevation areas of Santa Ana, which are in the process of being restored.
    ● Service on Cross-Island Road area temporarily restored up to Our Lady of Peace.
    ● The Sinifa area and higher elevations of Santa Rita on Cross-Island Rd remain without water.
    ● Talofofo main village has been restored but remains susceptible to outages as reservoir levels drop during times of high demand — GWA crews continue to monitor the system in the area.
    ● Tumon, Tamuning, Chalan Pago and Sinajana will continue to experience intermittent service disruption during peak demand times.
    ● Piti, Asan and Hagatna are fully restored.
    ● Most of Mangilao remains without water service.
    ● GWA is monitoring the system and will adjust as required due to anticipated increased production.

    Southern Region:
    ● The Ugum Surface Water Treatment Plant continues to operate at reduced capacity due to damaged control equipment, producing 1345 gallons per minute, but service areas will be subject to temporary outages during periods of high demand.
    ● Crews will continue to maintain reservoir levels during periods of low demand,
    ● Water services are restored from Ipan through to Umatac,
    ● Residents in Yona in extremely high elevations may be without water.

    WASTEWATER SYSTEM UPDATE
    The Northern District, Agat-Santa Rita, Umatac-Merizo, Hagåtña and Inalåhan Wastewater Treatment Plants are all operating normally.

    Although several sewer pump stations were returned to island power, some GWA facilities remain on generator power, and GWA is working with GPA to monitor power status at both GWA wastewater pump stations and treatment plants.

    Sewer system overflows may occur as pump station sites may become inundated or lose power during restoration of service. GWA is reporting these overflows to EPA and cautions the public to avoid contact with suspected sewage overflows.

    CURRENT PRIORITIES
    ● Guam Memorial Hospital
    ● Deepwell Operations & Pump/Motor Changeouts
    ● Water System Restoration
    ● Water Tanker service to dialysis centers and clinics
    ● Water Tanker deployment for pocket outages

    VILLAGE WATER STATIONS
    GWA has deployed seven 6000-gallon Flexible Potable Water Tanks and one 6800-gallon tanker in:

    NORTH:
    Dededo – Mayor’s Office
    Yigo Gym
    Mount Santa Rosa (near observatory)
    Astumbo Community Center

    CENTRAL
    Mangilao – St. Teresita Church
    Maite – Shop for Less Parking Lot (stationed near rear of building on S. Biang St.)

    SOUTH
    Santa Rita / Apra Heights – Sinifa

    Five (5) additional flex tanks deployments are pending additional containers/chassis. Once the water stations are depleted, they will be refilled and returned to service at locations still without water.

    Two GWA and one FEMA water tanker are being used to refill facilities critical to emergency response.

    Precautionary Boil Water Notice:

    GWA Water System

    BOIL YOUR WATER BEFORE USING

    Due to the impact to GWA’s Water system from Typhoon Mawar portions of the water system have experienced reduced pressure which may pose a risk to customers. Out of an abundance of caution, GWA issues this Precautionary Boil Water Notice while GWA restores the water system and laboratory analysis confirms the water is safe to drink.

    What should I do? What does this mean?

    DO NOT DRINK THE WATER WITHOUT BOILING IT FIRST. Bring all water to a boil, let it boil for three (3) minutes, and let it cool before using or use bottled water. Boiled or bottled water should be used for drinking, making ice, brushing teeth, washing dishes, and food preparation until further notice. Boiling kills bacteria and other organisms in the water.
    ● Fecal coliforms and E. coli are bacteria whose presence indicates that water may be contaminated with human or animal wastes. Microbes in these waters can cause diarrhea, cramps, nausea, headaches, or other systems. They pose a special health risk for infants, young children, and people with severely compromised immune systems.
    ● The systems above are not caused only by organisms in drinking water. If you experience any of these symptoms and they persist, you may want to seek medical advice. People at increased risk should seek advice about drinking water from their health care providers.

    What is being done?
    Bacterial contamination can occur when increased run-off enters the drinking water source, if there is a loss of line pressure to less than 5 psi, a pipe break lasted more than 12 hours or there is a failure in the water treatment process. This advisory is being issued as a precaution while GWA works to bring all production facilities back into service and replenish water tank levels to increase pressure in the system. As production and pressure in the system is restored, GWA will ensure that the system is sampled and tested, and chlorine levels and pressures have been confirmed to be within acceptable levels.

  • GWA Website Update - As of June 4, 2023Open or Close

    GENERAL SUMMARY
    ● The majority of the island’s water production comes from the Northern Water Wells, which then travels through a series of pipes and reservoirs to the Central and Southern parts of the island.
    ● Currently 58% of operable wells are on-line and producing water — GPA made great progress restoring circuits and getting more wells restored to island power.
    ● Guam’s water system relies on adequate water levels in the reservoirs in order for there to be enough pressure to push the water throughout the island.
    ● Once enough wells have been brought online, they will be able to produce adequate water supply, providing enough water to fill the reservoirs and provide sufficient pressure to distribute water islandwide.
    ● GWA reminds those resident WITH water service to please conserve water and avoid washing cars, water blasting and other high water-usage activities to assist with rebuilding reservoir levels and restoring water service islandwide.
    ● GWA is experiencing issues with generators at certain facilities and has made a request for FEMA generators and a fuel tanker dedicated to delivering fuel to GWA assets.
    ● GWA continues to work with federal agencies to assess and install additional generators where needed
    ● GWA and GPA continue to monitor power status to maintain operations at GWA production and distribution facilities.

    REGIONAL WATER SYSTEM UPDATE
    Here is the most recent update on GWA water restoration progress:

    Northern Region:
    ● The Northern water system facilities are operating normally, but at reduced capacity due to only 58% of wells having access to island or generator power.
    ● Crews are working to restore 16% of wells needing power, minor repairs or increase of flow
    ● There are currently 26 wells on island power and 44 operating on generator power
    ● There are a total of 19 wells down due to generators needing repair.
    ● 17% of wells require pump and motor replacements, which have been approved by the EPA and began Wednesday, May 31.
    ● GWA continues to operate all available wells to increase reservoir levels throughout the northern system and send more water to the Central system.

    Central Region:
    ● GWA sources and Navy-supplied sources continue to supply Santa Rita and Agat, except in the high-elevation areas of Santa Ana, which is in the process of being restored.
    ● Service on Cross-Island road area temporarily restored up to Our Lady of Peace.
    ● The Sinifa area and higher elevations of Santa Rita on Cross-Island Rd remain without water.
    ● Talofofo main village has been restored but remains susceptible to outages as reservoir levels drop during times of high demand — GWA crews continue to monitor the system in the area.
    ● Tumon, Tamuning, Chalan Pago and Sinajana will continue to experience intermittent service disruption during peak demand times.
    ● Most of Mangilao remains without water service.
    ● GWA is monitoring the system and will make adjustments as required due to anticipated increased production

    Southern Region:
    ● The Ugum Surface Water Treatment Plant continues to operate at reduced capacity due to damaged control equipment, producing 1343 gallons per minute, but service area will be subject to temporary outages during periods of high demand.
    ● Crews will continue to maintain reservoir levels during periods of low demand,
    ● Water services are restored from Ipan through to Umatac,
    ● Residents in Yona in extremely high elevations may be without water.

    WASTEWATER SYSTEM UPDATE
    The Northern District, Agat-Santa Rita, Umatac-Merizo, Hagåtña and Inalåhan Wastewater Treatment Plants are all operating normally.

    Although several sewer pump stations were returned to island power, some GWA facilities remain on generator power, and GWA is working with GPA to monitor power status at both GWA wastewater pump stations and treatment plants.

    Sewer system overflows may occur as pump station sites may become inundated or lose power during the course of restoration of service. GWA is reporting these overflows to EPA and cautions the public to avoid contact with suspected sewage overflows.

    CURRENT PRIORITIES
    ● Guam Memorial Hospital
    ● Deepwell Operations & Pump/Motor Changeouts
    ● Water System Restoration
    ● Water Tanker service to dialysis centers and clinics
    ● Water Tanker deployment for pocket outages

    VILLAGE WATER STATIONS

    GWA has deployed seven 6000-gallon Flexible Potable Water Tanks and one 6800-gallon tanker in:

    NORTH:
    Dededo – Mayor’s Office
    Yigo Gym
    Mount Santa Rosa (near observatory)
    Astumbo Community Center

    CENTRAL
    Mangilao – St. Teresita Church
    Maite – Shop for Less Parking Lot (stationed near rear of building on S. Biang St.)

    SOUTH
    Santa Rita / Apra Heights – Sinifa

    Five (5) additional flex tanks deployments are pending additional containers/chassis. Once the water stations are depleted, they will be refilled and returned to service at locations still without water.

    Two GWA and one FEMA water tanker are being used to refill facilities critical to emergency response.

    Precautionary Boil Water Notice:

    GWA Water System

    BOIL YOUR WATER BEFORE USING

    Due to the impact to GWA’s Water system from Typhoon Mawar portions of the water system have experienced reduced pressure which may pose a risk to customers. Out of an abundance of caution, GWA issues this Precautionary Boil Water Notice while GWA restores the water system and laboratory analysis confirms the water is safe to drink.

    What should I do? What does this mean?

    DO NOT DRINK THE WATER WITHOUT BOILING IT FIRST. Bring all water to a boil, let it boil for three (3) minutes, and let it cool before using or use bottled water. Boiled or bottled water should be used for drinking, making ice, brushing teeth, washing dishes, and food preparation until further notice. Boiling kills bacteria and other organisms in the water.
    ● Fecal coliforms and E. coli are bacteria whose presence indicates that water may be contaminated with human or animal wastes. Microbes in these waters can cause diarrhea, cramps, nausea, headaches, or other systems. They pose a special health risk for infants, young children, and people with severely compromised immune systems.
    ● The systems above are not caused only by organisms in drinking water. If you experience any of these symptoms and they persist, you may want to seek medical advice. People at increased risk should seek advice about drinking water from their health care providers.

    What is being done?
    Bacterial contamination can occur when increased run-off enters the drinking water source, if there is a loss of line pressure to less than 5 psi, a pipe break lasted more than 12 hours or there is a failure in the water treatment process. This advisory is being issued as a precaution while GWA works to bring all production facilities back into service and replenish water tank levels to increase pressure in the system. As production and pressure in the system is restored, GWA will ensure that the system is sampled and tested, and chlorine levels and pressures have been confirmed to be within acceptable levels.

  • GWA Website Update - As of June 3, 2023Open or Close

    GENERAL SUMMARY
    ● The majority of the island’s water production comes from the Northern Water Wells, which then travels through a series of pipes and reservoirs to the Central and Southern parts of the island.
    ● Currently 55% of operable wells are on-line and producing water
    ● Guam’s water system relies on adequate water levels in the reservoirs in order for there to be enough pressure to push the water throughout the island.
    ● Once enough wells have been brought online, they will be able to produce adequate water supply, providing enough water to fill the reservoirs and provide sufficient pressure to distribute water islandwide.
    ● GWA reminds those resident WITH water service to please conserve water and avoid washing cars, water blasting and other high water-usage activities to assist with rebuilding reservoir levels and restoring water service islandwide.
    ● GWA is experiencing issues with generators at certain facilities and has made a request for FEMA generators and a fuel tanker dedicated to delivering fuel to GWA assets.
    ● GWA continues to work with federal agencies to assess and install additional generators where needed
    ● GWA and GPA continue to monitor power status to maintain operations at GWA production and distribution facilities.

    REGIONAL WATER SYSTEM UPDATE
    Here is the most recent update on GWA water restoration progress:

    Northern Region:
    ● The Northern water system facilities are operating normally, but at reduced capacity due to only 54% of wells having access to island or generator power.
    ● Crews are working to restore 19% of wells needing power, minor repairs or increase of flow
    ● There are currently 23 wells on island power and 43 operating on generator power
    ● There are a total of 23 wells down due to generators needing repair or waiting for fuel deliveries.
    ● 14% of wells require pump and motor replacements, which have been approved by the EPA and began Wednesday, May 31.
    ● GWA continues to operate all available wells to increase reservoir levels throughout the northern system and send more water to the Central system.

    Central Region:
    ● GWA sources and Navy-supplied sources continue to supply Santa Rita and Agat, except in the high-elevation areas of Santa Ana, which is in the process of being restored.
    ● Service on Cross-Island road area temporarily restored up to Our Lady of Peace.
    ● The Sinifa area and higher elevations of Santa Rita on Cross-Island Rd remain without water.
    ● Talofofo main village has been restored but remains susceptible to outages as reservoir levels drop during times of high demand — GWA crews continue to monitor the system in the area.
    ● Tumon, Tamuning, Chalan Pago and Sinajana will continue to experience intermittent service disruption during peak demand times.
    ● Most of Mangilao remains without water service.

    Southern Region:
    ● The Ugum Surface Water Treatment Plant continues to operate at reduced capacity due to damaged control equipment, producing 1100 gallons per minute, but service area will be subject to temporary during periods of high demand.
    ● Crews will continue to maintain reservoir levels during periods of low demand,
    ● Water services are restored from Ipan through to Umatac, however, higher elevation areas in Umatac have no water until operators can build up water levels in the 1-million gallon Umatac Sub Reservoir.
    ● Residents in Yona in extremely high elevations are without water

    WASTEWATER SYSTEM UPDATE
    The Northern District, Agat-Santa Rita, Umatac-Merizo, Hagåtña and Inalåhan Wastewater Treatment Plants are all operating normally.

    GWA is working with GPA to monitor power status at GWA wastewater pump stations and treatment plants.

    Some sewer pump stations are currently without power, and are unable to carry wastewater to the wastewater treatment plants. These stations have been identified and will be operational once power is restored.

    Sewer system overflows may occur as pump station sites may become inundated or lose power during the course of restoration of service. GWA is reporting these overflows to EPA and cautions the public to avoid contact with suspected sewage overflows.

    CURRENT PRIORITIES
    ● Guam Memorial Hospital
    ● Deepwell Operations
    ● Water System Restoration
    ● Water Tanker service to dialysis centers and clinics
    ● Water Tanker deployment for pocket outages

    VILLAGE WATER STATIONS

    GWA has deployed nine 6000-gallon Flexible Potable Water Tanks and one 6800-gallon tanker in:

    NORTH:
    Dededo Mayor’s Office (FEMA tanker)
    Yigo Gym
    Mount Santa Rosa Yigo (near observatory)
    Astumbo Senior Center – Dededo

    CENTRAL
    St. Teresita Church-Mangilao
    Maite Shop for Less – stationed at the rear of bldg on S Biang St side

    SOUTH
    Umatac Memorial Park, entrance to Umatac
    Malojloj Old Mayor’s Office
    Santa Rita/Apra Hgts – Sinifa

    Five (5) additional flex tanks deployments are pending additional containers/chassis. Once the water stations are depleted, they will be refilled and returned to service at locations still without water.

    Two GWA and one FEMA water tanker are being used to refill facilities critical to emergency response.

    Precautionary Boil Water Notice:

    GWA Water System

    BOIL YOUR WATER BEFORE USING

    Due to the impact to GWA’s Water system from Typhoon Mawar portions of the water system have experienced reduced pressure which may pose a risk to customers. Out of an abundance of caution, GWA issues this Precautionary Boil Water Notice while GWA restores the water system and laboratory analysis confirms the water is safe to drink.

    What should I do? What does this mean?

    DO NOT DRINK THE WATER WITHOUT BOILING IT FIRST. Bring all water to a boil, let it boil for three (3) minutes, and let it cool before using or use bottled water. Boiled or bottled water should be used for drinking, making ice, brushing teeth, washing dishes, and food preparation until further notice. Boiling kills bacteria and other organisms in the water.
    ● Fecal coliforms and E. coli are bacteria whose presence indicates that water may be contaminated with human or animal wastes. Microbes in these waters can cause diarrhea, cramps, nausea, headaches, or other systems. They pose a special health risk for infants, young children, and people with severely compromised immune systems.
    ● The systems above are not caused only by organisms in drinking water. If you experience any of these symptoms and they persist, you may want to seek medical advice. People at increased risk should seek advice about drinking water from their health care providers.

    What is being done?
    Bacterial contamination can occur when increased run-off enters the drinking water source, if there is a loss of line pressure to less than 5 psi, a pipe break lasted more than 12 hours or there is a failure in the water treatment process. This advisory is being issued as a precaution while GWA works to bring all production facilities back into service and replenish water tank levels to increase pressure in the system. As production and pressure in the system is restored, GWA will ensure that the system is sampled and tested, and chlorine levels and pressures have been confirmed to be within acceptable levels.

  • GWA Website Update - As of June 2, 2023Open or Close

    GENERAL SUMMARY
    ● The majority of the island’s water production comes from the Northern Water Wells, which then travels through a series of pipes and reservoirs to the Central and Southern parts of the island.
    ● Currently 54% of operable wells are on-line and producing water
    ● Guam’s water system relies on adequate water levels in the reservoirs in order for there to be enough pressure to push the water throughout the island.
    ● Once enough wells have been brought online, they will be able to produce adequate water supply, providing enough water to fill the reservoirs and provide sufficient pressure to distribute water islandwide.
    ● GWA reminds those resident WITH water service to please conserve water and avoid washing cars, water blasting and other high water-usage activities to assist with rebuilding reservoir levels and restoring water service islandwide.
    ● GWA is experiencing issues with generators at certain facilities and has made a request for FEMA generators and a fuel tanker dedicated to delivering fuel to GWA assets.
    ● GWA and GPA continue to monitor power status to maintain operations at GWA production and distribution facilities.

    REGIONAL WATER SYSTEM UPDATE
    Here is the most recent update on GWA water restoration progress:

    Northern Region:
    ● The Northern water system facilities are operating normally, but at reduced capacity due to only 54% of wells having access to island or generator power.
    ● Crews are working to restore 23% of wells needing power, minor repairs or increase of flow
    ● There are currently 18 wells on island power and 46 operating on generator power
    ● There are a total of 29 wells down due to generators needing repair or waiting for fuel deliveries.
    ● 13% of wells require pump and motor replacements, which have been approved by the EPA and began Wednesday, May 31.
    ● GWA crews completed a pump and motor pull-out and replacement yesterday, allowing it to come back online and help supply more water and pressure int he Dededo area.
    ● The Y-15 Well near the back gate (across Upi Elementary) is now operating on island power.
    ● GWA anticipates up to four additional wells may be returned to service overnight, including one pump and motor replacement for a well in the Mangilao area and wells in Yigo that GPA is working to power up shortly.
    ● The areas south of the Andersen Air Force Base Back Gate now has water service.
    ● GWA continues to operate all available wells to increase reservoir levels throughout the northern system and send more water to the Central system.

    Central Region:
    ● GWA sources and Navy-supplied sources continue to supply Santa Rita and Agat, except in the high-elevation areas of Among and Santa Ana, which are in the process of being restored.
    ● Service on Cross-Island road area temporarily restored up to Our Lady of Peace.
    ● The Sinifa area and higher elevations of Santa Rita on Cross-Island Rd remain without water.
    ● Talofofo main village has been restored but remains susceptible to outages as reservoir levels drop during times of high demand — GWA crews continue to monitor the system in the area.
    ● Tumon, Tamuning, Chalan Pago and Sinajana will continue to experience intermittent service disruption during peak demand times.
    ● Most of Mangilao remains without water service.

    Southern Region:
    ● The Ugum Surface Water Treatment Plant continues to operate at reduced capacity due to damaged control equipment, producing 1100 gallons per minute, but service area will be subject to temporary during periods of high demand.
    ● Crews will continue to maintain reservoir levels during periods of low demand,
    ● Water services are restored from Ipan through to Umatac, however, higher elevation areas in Umatac have no water until operators can build up water levels in the 1-million gallon Umatac Sub Reservoir.
    ● Residents in Yona in extremely high elevations are without water.

    WASTEWATER SYSTEM UPDATE
    The Northern District, Agat-Santa Rita, Umatac-Merizo, Hagåtña and Inalåhan Wastewater Treatment Plants are all operating normally.

    GWA is working with GPA to monitor power status at GWA wastewater pump stations and treatment plants.

    Some sewer pump stations are currently without power, and are unable to carry wastewater to the wastewater treatment plants. These stations have been identified and will be operational once power is restored.

    Sewer system overflows may occur as pump station sites may become inundated or lose power during the course of restoration of service. GWA is reporting these overflows to EPA and cautions the public to avoid contact with suspected sewage overflows.

    CURRENT PRIORITIES
    ● Guam Memorial Hospital
    ● Deepwell Operations
    ● Water System Restoration
    ● Water Tanker service to dialysis centers and clinics
    ● Water Tanker deployment for pocket outages

    VILLAGE WATER STATIONS

    GWA has deployed 8 6000-gallon Flexible Potable Water Tanks and one 6800-gallon tanker in:

    NORTH:
    Dededo Mayor’s Office
    Yigo Gym
    Mount Santa Rosa (near observatory)

    CENTRAL
    Mangilao St. Teresita Church
    Maite Shop for Less – stationed at the rear of bldg on S Biang St side

    SOUTH
    Umatac Memorial Park, entrance to Umatac
    Malojloj Old Mayor’s Office
    Santa Rita/Apra Hgts – Sinifa

    Five (5) additional flex tanks deployments are pending additional containers/chassis. Once the water stations are depleted, they will be refilled and returned to service at locations still without water.

    Two GWA and one FEMA water tanker are being used to refill facilities critical to emergency response.

    Precautionary Boil Water Notice:

    GWA Water System

    BOIL YOUR WATER BEFORE USING

    Due to the impact to GWA’s Water system from Typhoon Mawar portions of the water system have experienced reduced pressure which may pose a risk to customers. Out of an abundance of caution, GWA issues this Precautionary Boil Water Notice while GWA restores the water system and laboratory analysis confirms the water is safe to drink.

    What should I do? What does this mean?

    DO NOT DRINK THE WATER WITHOUT BOILING IT FIRST. Bring all water to a boil, let it boil for three (3) minutes, and let it cool before using or use bottled water. Boiled or bottled water should be used for drinking, making ice, brushing teeth, washing dishes, and food preparation until further notice. Boiling kills bacteria and other organisms in the water.
    ● Fecal coliforms and E. coli are bacteria whose presence indicates that water may be contaminated with human or animal wastes. Microbes in these waters can cause diarrhea, cramps, nausea, headaches, or other systems. They pose a special health risk for infants, young children, and people with severely compromised immune systems.
    ● The systems above are not caused only by organisms in drinking water. If you experience any of these symptoms and they persist, you may want to seek medical advice. People at increased risk should seek advice about drinking water from their health care providers.

    What is being done?
    Bacterial contamination can occur when increased run-off enters the drinking water source, if there is a loss of line pressure to less than 5 psi, a pipe break lasted more than 12 hours or there is a failure in the water treatment process. This advisory is being issued as a precaution while GWA works to bring all production facilities back into service and replenish water tank levels to increase pressure in the system. As production and pressure in the system is restored, GWA will ensure that the system is sampled and tested, and chlorine levels and pressures have been confirmed to be within acceptable levels.

  • GWA Website Update - As of June 1, 2023 at 6PMOpen or Close

    GENERAL SUMMARY
    ● The majority of the island’s water production comes from the Northern Water Wells, which then travels through a series of pipes and
    reservoirs to the Central and Southern parts of the island.
    ● Currently 53% of operable wells are on-line and producing water
    ● Guam’s water system relies on adequate water levels in the reservoirs in order for there to be enough pressure to push the water
    throughout the island.
    ● Once enough wells have been brought online, they will be able to produce adequate water supply, providing enough water to fill the
    reservoirs and provide sufficient pressure to distribute water islandwide.
    ● GWA is working with FEMA to expedite generators to high-producing well sites, and has two currently being deployed, with an
    additional 8 generator installations for pump stations in progress.

    REGIONAL WATER SYSTEM UPDATE
    As of June 1, 2023 at 10AM the Guam Waterworks Authority (GWA) provided the following update on water restoration progress:

    Northern Region:
    ● The Northern water system facilities are operating normally, but at reduced capacity due to only 53% of wells having access to island or generator power.
    ● Crews are working to restore 24% of wells needing power, minor repairs or increase of flow
    ● There are currently 18 wells on island power and 46 operating on generator power
    ● There are a total of 20 wells down due to generators needing repair and 8 down waiting for fuel deliveries.
    ● GPA has informed GWA that they are concentrating crews in areas to being more high-producing wells online.
    ● 24% of wells require minor repair or power restoration
    ● 14% of wells require pump and motor replacements, which have been approved by the EPA and began Wednesday, May 31.
    ● Tumon and Tamuning have water, but low pressures persist causing outages in some areas until reservoir levels can be increased
    ● GWA continues to operate all available wells to increase reservoir levels throughout the northern system

    Central Region:
    ● GWA sources and Navy-supplied sources continue to supply Santa Rita and Agat, except in the high-elevation areas of Among and Santa Ana, which are in the process of being restored.
    ● Service on Cross-Island road area temporarily restored up to Our Lady of Peace. The Sinifa area and higher elevations of Santa Rita on Cross-Island Rd remain without water.
    ● Talofofo main village has been restored but remains susceptible to outages as reservoir levels drop during times of high demand — GWA crews continue to monitor the system in the area.
    ● Multiple main breaks affecting service in Sinajana were repaired Tuesday.

    Southern Region:
    ● The Ugum Surface Water Treatment Plant is operating at reduced capacity due to damaged control equipment, producing 1100 gallons per minute, but service area will be subject to temporary during periods of high demand.
    ● Crews will continue to maintain reservoir levels during periods of low demand,
    ● Water services are restored from Ipan through to Inarajan
    ● Humåtak and Merizo restoration efforts are ongoing, and are dependent on the Ugum Treatment Plant’s production capacity and the increasing levels in the 1-million gallon Umatac Sub Reservoir.

    WASTEWATER SYSTEM UPDATE
    The Northern District, Agat-Santa Rita, Umatac-Merizo, Hagåtña and Inalåhan Wastewater Treatment Plants are all operating normally.

    GWA is working with GPA to monitor power status at GWA wastewater pump stations and treatment plants.

    Some sewer pump stations are currently without power, and are unable to carry wastewater to the wastewater treatment plants. These stations have been identified and will be operational once power is restored.

    Sewer system overflows may occur as pump station sites may become inundated or lose power during the course of restoration of service. GWA is reporting these overflows to EPA and cautions the public to avoid contact with suspected sewage overflows.

    CURRENT PRIORITIES
    ● Guam Memorial Hospital
    ● Deepwell Operations
    ● Water System Restoration

    VILLAGE WATER STATIONS
    Updated as of June 2, 2023 at 1:30PM

    GWA has deployed ten 6000-gallon Flexible Potable Water Tanks and one 6800-gallon tanker in:

    NORTH:
    ● Dededo Mayor’s Office / Senior Center
    ● Mount Santa Rosa – bottom of hill on Rt.15
    ● Astumbo Fire Station

    CENTRAL
    ● Mangilao Santa Teresita Church
    ● Maite – Shop for Less Parking Lot
    ● Guam Memorial Hospital

    SOUTH
    ● Umatac Mayor’s Office
    ● Umatac Overlook
    ● Ija Inarajan / UOG Farm
    ● Cross-Island Rd / Santa Rita (GPA Substation)

    Five (5) additional flex tanks deployments are pending additional containers/chassis. Once the water stations are depleted, they will be refilled and returned to service at locations still without water.

    Two GWA and one FEMA water tanker are being used to refill facilities critical to emergency response.

    Precautionary Boil Water Notice:

    GWA Water System

    BOIL YOUR WATER BEFORE USING

    Due to the impact to GWA’s Water system from Typhoon Mawar portions of the water system have experienced reduced pressure which may pose a risk to customers. Out of an abundance of caution, GWA issues this Precautionary Boil Water Notice while GWA restores the water system and laboratory analysis confirms the water is safe to drink.

    What should I do? What does this mean?

    DO NOT DRINK THE WATER WITHOUT BOILING IT FIRST. Bring all water to a boil, let it boil for three (3) minutes, and let it cool before using or use bottled water. Boiled or bottled water should be used for drinking, making ice, brushing teeth, washing dishes, and food preparation until further notice. Boiling kills bacteria and other organisms in the water.
    ● Fecal coliforms and E. coli are bacteria whose presence indicates that water may be contaminated with human or animal wastes. Microbes in these waters can cause diarrhea, cramps, nausea, headaches, or other systems. They pose a special health risk for infants, young children, and people with severely compromised immune systems.
    ● The systems above are not caused only by organisms in drinking water. If you experience any of these symptoms and they persist, you may want to seek medical advice. People at increased risk should seek advice about drinking water from their health care providers.

    What is being done?
    Bacterial contamination can occur when increased run-off enters the drinking water source, if there is a loss of line pressure to less than 5 psi, a pipe break lasted more than 12 hours or there is a failure in the water treatment process. This advisory is being issued as a precaution while GWA works to bring all production facilities back into service and replenish water tank levels to increase pressure in the system. As production and pressure in the system is restored, GWA will ensure that the system is sampled and tested, and chlorine levels and pressures have been confirmed to be within acceptable levels.

  • GWA Website Update - As of May 31, 2023 at 5PMOpen or Close

    GENERAL SUMMARY
    ● The majority of the island’s water production comes from the Northern Water Wells, which then travels through a series of pipes and reservoirs to the Central and Southern parts of the island.
    ● Currently 48% of operable wells are on-line and producing water
    ● Guam’s water system relies on adequate water levels in the reservoirs in order for there to be enough pressure to push the water throughout the island.
    ● Once enough wells have been brought on-line, they will be able to produce adequate water supply, providing enough water to fill the reservoirs and provide sufficient pressure to distribute water islandwide.
    ● GWA is working with FEMA to expedite generators to high-producing well sites, and has two currently being deployed, with an additional 8 generator installations in progress for pump stations.

    REGIONAL WATER SYSTEM UPDATE
    As of May 31, 2023 at 10 a.m., the Guam Waterworks Authority (GWA) provided the following update on water restoration progress:

    Northern Region:
    ● The Northern water system facilities are operating normally, but at reduced capacity due to only 48-50% of wells having access to island or generator power.
    ● While there is water in the system, there is not enough to meet demand due to only approximately half of wells producing water.
    ● Two high-producing wells were added to operational status this morning, adding over 1200 gallons per minute of production.
    ● More wells are being restored to island power as GPA continues to restore circuits
    ● GWA continues to operate all available wells to increase reservoir levels throughout the northern system
    ● 30% of wells require repair or power restoration
    ● 14% of wells require pump and motor replacements, which have been approved by the EPA and will begin Wednesday, May 31.
    ● Tumon and Tamuning have water, but low pressures persist causing outages in some areas until reservoir levels can be increased

    Central Region:
    ● Customers connected to Navy-supplied sources at Santa Rita and Nimitz Hill are temporarily restored.
    ● Most service was temporarily restored to the Santa Rita and Agat areas, with exception of areas in higher elevations, including Umang and Santa Ana (which are in the process of being restored)
    ● Talo’fo’fo main village has been restored, with minor outages being reported as crews continue to monitor the system
    ● Service on Cross-Island road area temporarily restored up to Our Lady of Peace
    ● The Sinifa area and higher elevations of Santa Rita on Cross-Island Road remain without water.

    Southern Region:
    ● The Ugum Surface Water Treatment Plant is operating at reduced capacity due to damaged control equipment, but is currently exceeding demand, producing 1107 gallons per minute.
    ● Most of the Southern Region has been temporarily restored, including Ipan through to Merizo.
    ● Humåtak restoration efforts are ongoing

    WASTEWATER SYSTEM UPDATE
    The Northern District, Umatac-Merizo, Hagåtña and Inalåhan Wastewater Treatment Plants are all operating normally.

    The Agat-Santa Rita Wastewater Treatment Plant is processing flow, but currently without power. The plant will operate normally once power is restored.

    GWA is working with GPA to monitor power status at GWA wastewater pump stations and treatment plants.

    Some sewer pump stations are currently without power, and are unable to carry wastewater to the wastewater treatment plants. These stations have been identified and will be operational once power is restored.

    Sewer system overflows may occur as pump station sites may become inundated or lose power during the course of restoration of service. GWA is reporting these overflows to EPA and cautions the public to avoid contact with suspected sewage overflows.

    CURRENT PRIORITIES
    ● Guam Memorial Hospital
    ● Deepwell Operations
    ● Water System Restoration
    ● Water Tanker Service to Dialysis Centers and Clinics
    ● Water Tanker Deployment for Pocket Outages

    VILLAGE WATER STATIONS
    Updated as of June 01, 2023

    GWA has deployed ten 6000-gallon Flexible Potable Water Tanks in:

    NORTH:
    Dededo Mayor’s Office
    Yigo Gym
    Chalan Palauan (Right turn after Astumbo Reservoir)
    Mount Santa Rosa

    CENTRAL
    Mangilao Santa Teresita Church
    Mangilao Mayor’s Office
    Mongmong Toto Maite Church

    SOUTH
    Inarajan Mayor’s Office
    Malesso Pier
    Sinifa / Apra Heights

    Additional tank deployments pending for other sites once additional containers/chassis are sourced. Once the tanks are depleted, they will be refilled and returned to service at locations still without water.

    Precautionary Boil Water Notice:

    GWA Water System

    BOIL YOUR WATER BEFORE USING

    Due to the impact to GWA’s Water system from Typhoon Mawar portions of the water system have experienced reduced pressure which may pose a risk to customers. Out of an abundance of caution, GWA issues this Precautionary Boil Water Notice while GWA restores the water system and laboratory analysis confirms the water is safe to drink.

    What should I do? What does this mean?

    DO NOT DRINK THE WATER WITHOUT BOILING IT FIRST. Bring all water to a boil, let it boil for three (3) minutes, and let it cool before using or use bottled water. Boiled or bottled water should be used for drinking, making ice, brushing teeth, washing dishes, and food preparation until further notice. Boiling kills bacteria and other organisms in the water.
    ● Fecal coliforms and E. coli are bacteria whose presence indicates that water may be contaminated with human or animal wastes. Microbes in these waters can cause diarrhea, cramps, nausea, headaches, or other systems. They pose a special health risk for infants, young children, and people with severely compromised immune systems.
    ● The systems above are not caused only by organisms in drinking water. If you experience any of these symptoms and they persist, you may want to seek medical advice. People at increased risk should seek advice about drinking water from their health care providers.

    What is being done?
    Bacterial contamination can occur when increased run-off enters the drinking water source, if there is a loss of line pressure to less than 5 psi, a pipe break lasted more than 12 hours or there is a failure in the water treatment process. This advisory is being issued as a precaution while GWA works to bring all production facilities back into service and replenish water tank levels to increase pressure in the system. As production and pressure in the system is restored, GWA will ensure that the system is sampled and tested, and chlorine levels and pressures have been confirmed to be within acceptable levels.

  • GWA Website Update - As of May 30, 2023 at 5PMOpen or Close

    GENERAL SUMMARY
    ● The majority of the island’s water production comes from the Northern Water Wells, which then travels through a series of pipes and reservoirs to the Central and Southern parts of the island.
    ● Currently 50% of operable wells are on-line and producing water
    ● Guam’s water system relies on adequate water levels in the reservoirs in order for there to be enough pressure to push the water throughout the island.
    ● Once the wells have access to power, they will be able to produce adequate water supply, providing enough water to fill the reservoirs and provide sufficient pressure to distribute water islandwide.
    ● GWA is working with FEMA to expedite generators to high-producing well sites, and has two currently being deployed, with an additional 8 generator installations in progress.

    REGIONAL WATER SYSTEM UPDATE
    As of 5 p.m., the Guam Waterworks Authority (GWA) provided the following update on water restoration progress:

    Northern Region:
    ● The Northern water system facilities are operating normally, but at reduced capacity due to only 48-50% of wells having access to island or generator power.
    ● While there is water in the system, there is not enough to meet demand due to only approximately half of wells producing water.
    ● More wells are being restored to island power as GPA continues to restore circuits
    ● GWA continues to operate all available wells to increase reservoir levels throughout the northern system
    ● 30% of wells require repair or power restoration
    ● 14% of wells require pump and motor replacements, which have been approved by the EPA and will begin Wednesday, May 31.
    ● Tumon and Tamuning have water, but low pressures persist causing outages in some areas until reservoir levels can be increased

    Central Region:
    ● Most service was temporarily restored to the Nimitz Hill and Santa Rita areas, with exception of areas in higher elevations.
    ● Hågat is still ongoing
    ● Talo’fo’fo main village has been restored, with minor outages being reported as crews are assessing for any line breaks
    ● Service on Cross-island road area restored up to Our Lady of Peace

    Southern Region:
    ● Most of the Southern Region has been temporarily restored, including Merizo.
    ● Water services were restored from Ipan to Inalåhan
    ● Humåtak restoration efforts are ongoing
    ● Main break repairs completed in Inalåhan
    ● Due to heavy rain conditions, the Ugum Surface Water Treatment Plant was shut down for a brief time due to high turbidity of the Ugum River. The plant will continue to run intermittently, and will come on-line full time once the turbidity in the river has subsided.

    WASTEWATER SYSTEM UPDATE
    The Northern District, Umatac-Merizo, Hagåtña and Inalåhan Wastewater Treatment Plants are all receiving flow and functioning normally, although with some reduced capacity.

    The Agat-Santa Rita Wastewater Treatment Plant is processing flow, but currently without power. The plant will operate normally once power is restored.

    Some booster pump stations are currently without power, and are unable to carry wastewater to the wastewater treatment plants. These stations have been identified and will be operational once power is restored.

    If you encounter a sewer overflow, avoid contact.

    VILLAGE WATER STATIONS
    Updated as of May 31, 2023, 1 a.m.

    GWA has deployed thirteen 6000-gallon Flexible Potable Water Tanks in:

    NORTH:
    Dededo Mayor’s Office / Senior Center
    Yigo Gym
    Tanota Gardens (Addeng St)
    Chalan Palauan (Right turn after Astumbo Reservoir)
    Mount Santa Rosa
    Y-15 Well Site, Across Upi Elementary

    CENTRAL
    MTM Mayor’s Office
    Mangilao Santa Teresita Church
    Tamuning – Docomo Pacific Office
    Tamuning – GPWA Upper Tumon Location
    Maite – Shop for Less Parking Lot

    SOUTH
    Agat Mayor’s Office
    Santa Rita (Apra Heights)
    Merizo Pier
    Inalahan Mayor’s Office

    Additional tank deployments pending for other sites once additional containers/chassis are sourced. Once the tanks are depleted, they will be refilled and returned to service at locations still without water.

    Precautionary Boil Water Notice:

    GWA Water System

    BOIL YOUR WATER BEFORE USING

    Due to the impact to GWA’s Water system from Typhoon Mawar portions of the water system have experienced reduced pressure which may pose a risk to customers. Out of an abundance of caution, GWA issues this Precautionary Boil Water Notice while GWA restores the water system and laboratory analysis confirms the water is safe to drink.

    What should I do? What does this mean?

    DO NOT DRINK THE WATER WITHOUT BOILING IT FIRST. Bring all water to a boil, let it boil for three (3) minutes, and let it cool before using or use bottled water. Boiled or bottled water should be used for drinking, making ice, brushing teeth, washing dishes, and food preparation until further notice. Boiling kills bacteria and other organisms in the water.
    ● Fecal coliforms and E. coli are bacteria whose presence indicates that water may be contaminated with human or animal wastes. Microbes in these waters can cause diarrhea, cramps, nausea, headaches, or other systems. They pose a special health risk for infants, young children, and people with severely compromised immune systems.
    ● The systems above are not caused only by organisms in drinking water. If you experience any of these symptoms and they persist, you may want to seek medical advice. People at increased risk should seek advice about drinking water from their health care providers.

    What is being done?
    Bacterial contamination can occur when increased run-off enters the drinking water source, if there is a loss of line pressure to less than 5 psi, a pipe break lasted more than 12 hours or there is a failure in the water treatment process. This advisory is being issued as a precaution while GWA works to bring all production facilities back into service and replenish water tank levels to increase pressure in the system. As production and pressure in the system is restored, GWA will ensure that the system is sampled and tested, and chlorine levels and pressures have been confirmed to be within acceptable levels.

© Guam Waterworks Authority

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