Wawa Dam, Gravity dam in Rodriguez, Philippines
The dam spans 360 meters across the Montalban Gorge within the Sierra Madre mountains, controlling water flow from the Marikina River system.
American engineers constructed this water infrastructure in 1909 to supply drinking water to Manila until the activation of the La Mesa-Ipo-Angat system.
Local folklore connects the site to Bernardo Carpio, a mythological giant who, according to tales, left massive boulders near the dam during an escape.
Visitors can reach the dam by taking an FX from Farmers Plaza Cubao to Eastwood Rizal, followed by a jeepney ride to the terminal.
The surrounding Pamitinan Protected Landscape contains natural caves and rock formations, with bamboo cottages and rafts available for rent at 100 pesos.
Elevation above the sea: 118 m
GPS coordinates: 14.72780,121.19200
Latest update: May 14, 2025 17:12
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