VIWMA SCHEDULED TO CONDUCT PUMP STATION INSPECTION

(St. Thomas, USVI) – The Virgin Islands Waste Management Authority (VIWMA) advises the community that we are experiencing a reduction in sewage flow in the downtown area. We will be conducting an intermittent inspection today, August 21, 2025, between 6:00 p.m. and 10:00 p.m. at the Cancryn Bridge bypass pump located on Veterans Drive. During this period, the Authority advises the motoring public that the left lane headed east will be blocked off,  and to traverse slowly while paying attention to the road crew or any personnel directing the flow of traffic. 

VIWMA advises residents to avoid standing water in the affected areas. We understand the inconvenience this may cause and appreciate the community’s patience and cooperation as we work to resolve this matter.

For updates or further assistance, contact the Division of Wastewater at (340) 715-9151 or the Communications Management team at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. You can also follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn. 

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08-21-2025

VIWMA LANDFILLS AND CONVENIENCE CENTERS CLOSED DUE TO HAZARDOUS WEATHER CONDITIONS

The Virgin Islands Waste Management Authority (VIWMA) would like to inform the community that landfills, and convenience centers territory wide will be closed today due to hazardous weather conditions caused Hurricane Erin. The Susannaberg Transfer Station on St. John will also be closed.

For more information, contact the Division of Education and Communications Management at 340-474-2811 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Stay connected with us on Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn for updates.

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08-17-2025

VIWMA ADVISES COMMUNITY OF COLLAPSED SEWER LINE

(St. Thomas, USVI) – The Virgin Islands Waste Management Authority (VIWMA) informs the community of a collapsed sewer line near Annas Fancy 1 Crown Prince Quarter. This situation is causing sewer system issues in the downtown area, which may lead to manhole overflows.

VIWMA advises residents to avoid standing water in the affected areas. 

We understand the inconvenience this may cause and rely on your cooperation as we work diligently to resolve the issue.

For updates or further assistance, please contact the Division of Wastewater at (340) 715-9151 or Communications Management at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn.

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08-21-2025

VIWMA ANNOUNCES TERRITORY-WIDE HURRICANE RESIDENTIAL WHITE GOODS AND BULK WASTE CLEAN-UP

(St. Thomas, USVI) - The Virgin Islands Waste Management Authority (VIWMA) will host a Territory-wide Hurricane Residential White Goods and Bulk Waste Clean-up from Saturday, August 23, 2025, to Sunday, August 31, 2025, from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. daily.

Residents are encouraged to bring bulk waste items, such as furniture, mattresses, carpets, grills, and other bulky items, as well as white goods such as stoves, dryers, washing machines, refrigerators, water heaters, and other appliances, to the following locations:

VIWMA would like to remind residents that Commercial Waste, Construction Debris, Electronic Devices, Fats, Green Waste, and Used Motor/ Cooking Oil are not permitted at the bin sites. These items must be disposed of at the landfills and transfer station, noting that temporary suspensions may be in effect.

VIWMA thanks the community in advance for their participation.

For more information, contact Ms. Stevens at 340-473-0246 (St. Thomas/ Water Island), Mr. Lake at   340-244-9242 (Peter’s Rest Convenience Center), Ms. Tyson at 340-642-9517, or Mr. Jacobs at 340-626-7768 (Anguilla Landfill), Ms. Powel (Susannaberg Transfer Station) at 340-473-9845, or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Stay connected with us on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn for updates

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08-08-2025