Pipe Down
WATER ISSUES UNDER INVESTIGATION
One of the issues faced on a regular basis in many areas over the years in Hua Hin has been the water supply. Twenty years ago this was more focused on the water quality, and while this can still occasionally be a problem, it has largely faded into the background, and has been replaced by the more frequent issue of actually getting enough, or any water, and is largely as a consequence of the steady, and sometimes spectacular growth of Hua Hin from a small fishing community into the city it has become. This has most recently been demonstrated by the problem of very low or no supply in several areas, most notably in the Soi 94 and 102 areas, but experienced in many areas.
Following a meeting chaired by Deputy Mayor Sanphop Uengrassamee with the Waterworks Department, it has been revealed that this particular occurrence was caused by a damaged pipe, a 1,000 mm HDPE raw water pipeline, that transports water from the Pran Buri Dam to the Khao Laeng Water Treatment Plant, with the damaged section on Rural Highway Tubtai–Pranburi Dam Road, near Ban Nong Phai Intersection. This led to the plant being unable to produce enough tap water, affecting several areas across Hua Hin, including Soi 102, Soi 94, the western part of Nong Kae, Khao Phithak, Bon Kai, Chomsin Golf Course, Bo Fai, and stretches along Phetkasem Road.
The meeting, held at the end of last month, said that work was underway to address the problem, and that residents should see a gradual improvement to the supply, although no date was given for when the work would be completed. The work is said to be part of both urgent and ongoing measures to strengthen the water supply system and reduce inconvenience for residents.
If you still experience ongoing water issues, it is advised that you contact the water department on 032 511 677, or visit them in person at Soi 76 (next to Phon King Phet Park on the left going west towards the old railway station).
Image: Hua Hin Municipality Waterworks
