Library on Governance in Social-Ecological Systems

San Antonio Irrigation System

TitleSan Antonio Irrigation System
Publication TypeBook Chapter
Year of Publication1980
Authorsde los Reyes RP, Borlagdan SB, de los Reyes RP, Borlagdan SB, Gatdula G, Viado MF
Book TitleCommunal gravity systems: four case studies
Pagination35-63
PublisherInstitute of Philippine Culture
CityQuezon City, Philippines
Type of WorkTechnical report chapter
Source DocumentAccessible with appropriate permission
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Barrio San Antonio irrigation system, Tabaco City, Philippines

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The Barrio San Antonio irrigation system is located at the northern foot of Mount Mayon approximately 7 km west of the city of Tabaco, Albay province, in the Philippines.  The original case spans from approximately the 1930s to the late 1970s.  It catalogues an action situation in which an older dam provides the irrigation needs of approximately 30 rice farmers tilling 20-25 hectares of land, respectively (depending on wet or dry season).  In comparison, a government-built dam completed in...
09 Aug 2016