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VIWMA ANNOUNCES ASPHALT RESTORATION AND REHABILITATION IN CHRISTIANSTED TOWN

(St. Croix, USVI) – The Virgin Islands Waste Management Authority (VIWMA) informs the community that on Wednesday, August 6, 2025, the intersection of King Street and Watergut Street (Bassin Triangle) in Christiansted will be closed for asphalt restoration and rehabilitation.

During this time, vehicular traffic will not be allowed on Watergut Street heading north towards D. Hamilton Jackson Terrace (Redbrick). Traffic detours will be conducted as follows:

Entering Christiansted/Seaborne Airlines Svend Aage Ovesen Seaplane Terminal:
- From Northside Road (Richmond Post Office): Take the first left after Olympic Rent-A-Car, continue to J&W Grocery (Wanda’s Restaurant), which will lead to Watergut Street by the Watergut shanty.
- Continue east at the King Street/Watergut Street intersection (normal route).
- Use the Aloy “Wenty” Nielsen Bypass (Christiansted Bypass) onto Peter’s Farm Road (Christiansted cemetery) and make a right turn on King Street by the Jiffy Grocery store.

Exiting of Christiansted:
- From King Street, make a right turn on West Street by Pickard Laundry and then a left turn at United Sporting Goods (Valmy Thomas) (West Street/Watergut Street intersection), proceed straight toward the “Redbrick Housing Community” (passing Wanda’s Restaurant through Richmond, then up to Olympic Rent-A-Car, making a right turn onto Northside Road).
- Alternatively, use Company Street to King Street and continue west (normal route).

Motorists are asked to slow down when travelling in the area where road barricades are installed, and flagmen are posted.

The VIWMA apologizes for the inconvenience and appreciates the community’s patience and cooperation as we work to maintain and improve the territory’s wastewater infrastructure.

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.. For updates, follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn, and/or Twitter.

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08-06-2025

VIWMA SEWER LINE RUPTURE AT HOSPITAL GROUND

(St. Thomas, USVI) – The Virgin Islands Waste Management Authority (VIWMA) informs the community that maintenance repairs will be conducted at the Cancryn Pump Station, located near the intersection of Kronprindsens Gade. The areas that will be impacted are located between Veterans Drive and Kronprindsens Gade (by the cemetery).

These repairs are scheduled to take place on Tuesday, July 29, 2025, from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. During this time, the intersection between Veterans Drive and Kronprindsens Gade (by the cemetery) will be closed. Please drive slowly and remain attentive to the road crew or any personnel directing traffic during this period.

The VIWMA apologizes for the inconvenience and appreciates the community’s patience and cooperation as we work to maintain and improve the territory’s wastewater infrastructure.

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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08-04-2025

VIWMA ENGAGES COMMUNITY ON BOVONI LANDFILL FIRE MITIGATION EFFORTS AND WASTE MANAGEMENT INITIATIVES

(St. Thomas, USVI) - The Virgin Islands Waste Management Authority (VIWMA) participated in a community meeting hosted by the Bovoni, Bolongo, and Nadir Community Action Group in Bovoni on Tuesday, July 22, 2025. VIWMA representatives, Daryl Griffith, Interim Executive Director, along with Shena Esannason, Solid Waste Director, Denise Lewis, Emergency Management Administrator, Alex Bruney, Engineering Manager, and Lorna Nichols-Minkoff, Communications Director, addressed concerns regarding landfill fires and reaffirmed their commitment to community safety. Residents expressed their concerns and asked questions about recent incidents, including the impact of the Bovoni Landfill fires on community health, long-term landfill plans, and ways to improve their community, for future generations.

During the meeting, Griffith outlined the measures being implemented to mitigate fire risks at the landfill. “Safety is our top priority,” Griffith stated. “We are actively working to implement new systems to improve our waste management practices and prevent future incidents. These initiatives include composting, recycling, waste diversion, source separation, air curtain burners or incinerators, and 'Green Waste Mitigation,' which includes purchasing a compost mulcher. We are also focusing on contract bidding, securing grants, establishing convenience centers instead of roadside trash bins, better enforcement and compliance to address illegal dumping of trash, tires, and oil, and enhancing community education strategies to ensure that both the Bovoni and Anguilla landfills operate safely, efficiently, and responsibly.”

Meeting attendees Fire Chief Eustace Grant, Jr., and Senators Avery Lewis, Angel L. Bolques, Jr., and Marvin Blyden responded by emphasizing their dedication to transparency and engaging with the community.

The VIWMA would like to express its gratitude to the Bovoni, Bolongo, and Nadir Community Action Group for their dedication to the community and for fostering networking opportunities. The group will provide regular updates and host open forums to keep residents informed about safety measures and landfill operations.

Together, we can work towards a safer and healthier community.

For more information, please 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 for updates on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn.

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07-23-2025

VIWMA SCHEDULED TO PERFORM MAINTENANCE REPAIRS AT CANCRYN PUMP STATION

The VIWMA apologizes for the inconvenience and appreciates the community’s patience and cooperation as we work to maintain and improve the territory’s wastewater infrastructure.

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07-28-2025

VIWMA SCHEDULED TO PERFORM PUMP INSTALLATION AT CANCRYN BRIDGE

(St. Thomas, USVI) – The Virgin Islands Waste Management Authority (VIWMA) would like to inform the community about an upcoming pump installation to assist with the flow of sewage at the Cancryn bridge, located at the intersection of Kronprindsens Gade. The areas that will be impacted are located between Veterans Drive and Kronprindsens Gade.

This work is scheduled to take place on Monday, July 21, 2025, from 6:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m. During this time, the VIWMA advises the motoring public that the right lane heading east will be closed. Please drive slowly and remain attentive to the road crew or any personnel directing traffic during this period.

The VIWMA apologizes for the inconvenience and appreciates the community’s patience and cooperation as we work to maintain and improve the territory’s wastewater infrastructure.

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07-21-2025

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