EVALUATION ON THE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE

WATER PRESSURE MANAGEMENT SCHEME

COR JESU COLLEGE, INC.

Graduate School
Digos City

ZANDRA J. HERAMIS

July 2023
 EVALUATION ON THE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE
WATER PRESSURE MANAGEMENT SCHEME

A Capstone

Presented to

The Faculty of the Graduate School

Cor Jesu College

Digos City

In Partial Fulfillment

Of the Requirements for the Degree of

Master in Public Administration (MPA)

Major in Organization and Management

By

MARA KATRINA T. PANOY

July 2023

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 APPROVAL SHEET

In partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of MASTER IN PUBLIC

ADMINISTRATION MAJOR IN ORGANIZATION AND MANAGEMENT
(MPA-OM), this CAPSTONE PROJECT entitled:

EVALUATION ON THE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE WATER PRESSURE

MANAGEMENT SCHEME

has been prepared and submitted by MARA KATRINA T. PANOY, who is

recommended for the corresponding ORAL EXAMINATION.

LEMUEL M. SAYAO, PhD

Adviser

APPROVED in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of

MASTER IN PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION MAJOR IN ORGANIZATION AND
MANAGEMENT (MPA-OM) by the Oral Examination Committee:

KIRT ANTHONY R. DIAZ, PhD

Chairperson

PRINCESS FE C. DELIVA, PhD HARRY DAVE B. VILLASOR

Member Member

ACCEPTED in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of MASTER

IN PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION MAJOR IN ORGANIZATION AND
MANAGEMENT.

ALEX D. NIEZ, PhD, EdD

Dean, Graduate School
JULY 2023

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 ACKNOWLEDGMENT

All praises and thanksgiving to Almighty God for the life, wisdom, health and

endurance, financial provision and protection. With a grateful heart, the researcher wishes

to acknowledge and extend her sincerest gratitude to the people who have contributed

their time, effort, knowledge and support for the realization of this study.

First and foremost, I am deeply in debt to my adviser, Dr. Lemuel Sayao, for his

invaluable guidance, unwavering support, and insightful feedback throughout the entire

research process. More so, I would also like to extend my appreciation to my colleagues

Engineers Mara Katrina Panoy, Bernadine Fajardo, Ken Lester Jariol and fellow

researchers who provided valuable insights, constructive criticism, and encouragement

during our discussions and collaborations.

My heartfelt thanks go to my family for their unwavering support and

understanding throughout this journey, especially to my fiancé, Engr. Franklin Libaton

whose expertise in the field of water management has greatly helped materialized this

study and to his sleepless nights, support during my writing days and helping me with my

financial needs. His encouragement and understanding on my dreams have been a

constant source of motivation. I would also like to thank our bosses, Engr. Raul A. Jabile,

Engr. James Gonida and Engr. Reyma Mag-Aso for allowing and supporting us in this

academic journey.

Lastly, I would like to acknowledge our Dean, Dr. Alex D. Niez, to our

Chairperson, Dr. Kirt Anthony R. Diaz and to our panel members. Thank you for

believing in my capacity to finish this Masters Degree. Thank you!

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 ABSTRACT

EVALUATION ON THE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE WATER PRESSURE

MANAGEMENT SCHEME

Mara Katrina T. Panoy

This study evaluates the effectiveness of the Water Pressure Management Scheme

(WPMS) in the Lubogan area, Davao City with a primary focus on its impact on water

pressure, customer perceptions, and water consumption patterns. Before the WPMS

implementation, the mean water pressure measured 25.67 psi, falling below the

established minimum standard of 26.30 psi. However, following the WPMS

implementation, a remarkable improvement was observed, with the mean water pressure

surging to 27.67 psi. The study also delved into customer perceptions of water pressure.

Before WPMS, customers rated their water supply at an average of 2.11, expressing

dissatisfaction with its availability. After WPMS, the rating improved to 3.62, indicating

a more positive perception of the service. The study also examined 10-day water

consumption patterns before and after WPMS implementation. Before, it averaged 3.88

cubic meters, well within limits. After, it increased slightly to 4.16 cubic meters, showing

stable and manageable patterns. Although statistical analysis using a Paired T-Test did

not reveal a significant difference in mean water pressure before and after the WPMS

implementation, practical improvements in water pressure, customer perception, and

consumption patterns were evident. The study recommends optimizing WPMS through

maintenance, communication, and resources, with government support and funding for

standards.

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Keywords: Water Pressure Management Scheme, Quantitative, Comparative,

Philippines

TABLE OF CONTENTS

PAGE
TITLE PAGE ii
APPROVAL SHEET iii
ACKNOWLEDGMENT iv
ABSTRACT v
TABLE OF CONTENTS vi
LIST OF TABLES viii
LIST OF FIGURES ix
LIST OF APPENDICES x

CHAPTER

I INTRODUCTION
Introduction 1
Statement of the Problem 7
Hypothesis 8
Significance of the Study 8
Scope and Limitation 10
Definition of Terms 11

II METHODS
Research Design 13
Respondents 14
Sampling Technique 15
Data Gathering Procedure 16
Measures 17

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 Analysis and Interpretation 18
Ethical Consideration 19

III RESULTS AND DISCUSSION

Results 21
Discussion 25
Summary 29
Conclusions 31
Recommendations 32

REFERENCES 35
APPENDICES 38
CERTIFICATE OF EDITING AND
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STATISTICAL REVIEW
CURRICULUM VITAE 41

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 LIST OF TABLES

Table Page

1 Interpretation of the Level of Mean Water Pressure Before and After the
WPMS

2 Interpretation of the Level of Experience of the Respondents on their

Water Pressure

3 Interpretation of the Average 10-day Consumption of the

Respondents Before and After the WPMS

4 Level of the Mean Water Pressure Before and After the WPMS

5 Level of Experience of the Respondents on their Water Pressure

6 Average 10-day Consumption of the Respondents Before and After the

WPMS

7 Significant Difference in the Mean Water Pressure Before and After

the WPMS

8 Significant Difference in the Customers’ Perception Before and After the

WPMS

9 Significant Difference in the Average 10-day Consumption Before and

After the WPMS

10 List of materials and components

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 LIST OF FIGURES

Figure Page

1 Water Supply Configuration of LB-03 Along Libby Road

2 Location of the Deployed Data Loggers

3 Boundary Valve Configuration at LB-03 Along Libby Road

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 LIST OF APPENDICES

Appendix Page

A Materials and Components 36

B Set-up Design 39

C Letter for Data Authorization Request for Capstone Project on 43

WPMS

D Letter to Conduct the Study 44

E Survey Questionnaire 45

F Validation Letter and Sheets 46