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The Barbados Water Authority
The Barbados Water Authority (BWA) is the entity in Barbados charged with supplying the island with potable water as well as the provision of wastewater treatment and disposal services to the sewered areas of Bridgetown and the South Coast.
What We Do
Provision of Potable Water
The Authority is the statutory body responsible for supplying the island of Barbados with potable water.
Wastewater Treatment
We provide wastewater treatment and disposal services to the sewered areas of Bridgetown and the South Coast.
Protection of water resources
The Authority is responsible for the monitoring, assessment, control and protection of the island’s water resources.
FAQ
FTC Standards of Service
(246) 434-4292
Mon-Sun: 8:30 am to 12 Midnight
(Inclusive of Weekends and Bank Holidays)
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Our Mission
To provide safe, reliable and sustainable water and waste water services whilst ensuring customer satisfaction.
Water Wednesdays
Water Wednesdays is a production of the Barbados Water Authority created to provide the Authority with a forum to inform and educate the public via a series of television features highlighting: general water and wastewater matters of interest; works being undertaken by the BWA that will benefit or affect customers; emergency or crisis water or wastewater situations or any other water related topics of public interest.
Visit the Water Wednesday’s youtube Channel
Water Conservation Tips
There are many ways in which you can save water, benefiting our environment and also your pocket.
Collect rainwater to use on your plants and lawn, or to wash your car.
Save up to 125 litres of water by using a bucket instead of a hose when you wash your car.
Fix leaking taps – a dripping tap can waste more than 60 litres of water per week.
Don’t leave the tap running to clean dishes or vegetables, use a bowl of water instead.
Keep a jug of water in the fridge so there is no need to run the water until it gets cold.
Fully load your washing machine as a full load uses less water than two half-loads.
Have a refreshing shower instead of a bath. This can save over 150 litres of water per week. But be careful – a power shower can use more water than a bath!
A running tap can use six litres of water per minute so turn off the tap when brushing your teeth.
Fill the kettle with only as much water as you need.
Happening Now
Pumping Reduced at BWA Station to Facilitate Emergency Repairs
The Barbados Water Authority (BWA) today Monday, July 13th advises residents of some St. Michael and Christ Church areas that it has been forced to reduce pumping from one of its stations to facilitate emergency repairs in the network. As a result of this ongoing...
BWA Making an Urgent Meter Installation in St. Philip
The Barbados Water Authority (BWA) informs customers in parts of St. Philip and St. John that it will be making an urgent meter installation in the vicinity of Bushy Park, on Tuesday, July 14th 2026 between 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. As a result, customers in Parish...
UPDATE: IONICS DESALINATION PLANT BACK ONLINE
The Barbados Water Authority (BWA) wishes to update that the Ionics Desalination Plant on the Mighty Grynner Highway has been put back into service this evening Wednesday, July 8th, 2026 following work conducted at the facility. Customers affected by low pressure or...
BWA St. Lucy Station to Be Taken Offline to Facilitate Repairs
The Barbados Water Authority (BWA) wishes to inform residents and businesses in parts of St. Lucy that on Thursday, July 9th one of its St. Lucy stations will be taken offline between 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. to facilitate repairs. As a result, customers in Half Moon...
Consultation on the Upgrade of the Bridgetown Sewage Treatment Plant under the 3R-CReWS Project
The Barbados Water Authority (BWA) invites members of the public to review the Environmental and Social Impact Assessment (ESIA/ESMP) document for the proposed upgrade of the Bridgetown Sewage Treatment Plant (BSTP), as part of the national consultation process. The...
BARBADOS WATER AUTHORITY VACANCIES – South Coast Water Reclamation Project (SCWRP)
The Barbados Water Authority (BWA) invites applications from suitably qualified professionals to fill the positions listed below. Individuals interested in applying are encouraged to select the appropriate link to access or download the relevant document detailing...
Requests for Proposals Invitation for Tender BWA-2024-002 WATER SAVING DEVICES PROGRAM
The Government of Barbados (GOB), through its execution agency, the Barbados Water Authority (BWA), has embarked on the Water Conservation program with the goal of addressing increased resilience of the Barbados Water Authority (BWA) water supply system and providing...
Requests for Proposals Invitation for Tender – BWA-2024-002 BARBADOS WATER AUTHORITY PERSONAL TANK PROGRAM
The Government of Barbados (GOB), through its execution agency, the Barbados Water Authority (BWA), has embarked on the Greening Initiative program with its goal of addressing increased resilience of the Barbados Water Authority (BWA) water supply system and providing...
BWA Making Connections in St. Thomas
The Barbados Water Authority (BWA) informs customers in parts of St. Thomas that it will be making connections in the vicinity of Shop Hill, on Monday, July 13th 2026 between 9:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. As a result, customers on Hopewell Development, Bridgefield, Shop...
Get In Touch
Office Opening Hours:
Mon-Fri: 8:30 am – 4:30pm
Cashiers:
Mon-Fri: 8:30 am – 3:30pm
Telephone:
246-434-4292
Call us :
Mon-Sun: 8:30 am to 12 Midnight
(Inclusive of Weekends and Bank Holidays)
E-Mail:
customercare@bwa.gov.bb