Definition
Municipal Water Corporation (PAM = Perusahaan Air Minum) is organized by the Public Works
Department (Cipta Karya Directorate General), usually serving the population at the provincial capital.
Drinking Water Agency (DAM = Dinas Air Minum) similarly to PAM, usually serves the population in the district/municipality capital.
Drinking Water Distribution (SAM = Saluran Air Minum) similar to PAM usually serves the population at the capital city of a sub-regency.
Municipal Waterworks (PDAM = Perusahaan Daerah Air Minum) is a local establishment that is entirely managed by the local government.