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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
BWA to Conduct Repairs at St. Philip Station
The Barbados Water Authority (BWA) wishes to inform residents of some districts in St. Philip that on Friday February 20th 2026 between 8:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. they will be conducting repair work at a St. Philip facility. Areas expected to be impacted by low pressure...
UPDATE : EMERGENCY REPAIRS IN ST. JAMES COMPLETED
The Barbados Water Authority (BWA) wishes to update residents and businesses in parts of St. James, St. Peter and St. Thomas that emergency repairs conducted earlier today Tuesday, February 17th 2026 on a large diameter main in Lancaster, St. James have been...
BWA Making Connections in St. Michael
The Barbados Water Authority (BWA) informs customers in parts ofSt. Michael that it will be making connections in the vicinity of Belle Tenantry on Friday, February 20th 2026 between 9:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. As a result, residents in Belle Tenantry and Odessa...
BWA Conducting Emergency Repairs in St. James
The Barbados Water Authority is today, Tuesday February 17th 2026 informing residents and businesses in parts of St. James, St. Peter and St. Thomas that it is currently conducting emergency repairs on a large diameter main in the vicinity of Lancaster, St. James. As...
BWA to Conduct Maintenance at St. John Station
The Barbados Water Authority (BWA) wishes to inform residents of some districts in St. John and St. George that on Thursday February 19th 2026 between 8:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. they will be conducting maintenance work at a St. John facility. Areas expected to be...
BWA Installing a Temporary Main in St. Michael
The Barbados Water Authority (BWA) informs customers in parts of St. Michael that it will be working in conjunction with Contractors to install a temporary main on Highway 4B between Charles Rowe Bridge & Belle Road on Friday, February 6th 2026 between 9:00 am and...
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...
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