VIWMA CURRENTLY WORKING TO REPAIR PUMP FAILURE AT CANCRYN BRIDGE

(St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands) – The Virgin Islands Waste Management Authority (VIWMA) advises the community that a pump failure has occurred due to electrical issues at the Cancryn Bridge, located at the Kronprindsens Gade intersection.

As a result, sewer systems in the downtown area may be impacted, potentially causing manhole overflows. VIWMA strongly advises residents and pedestrians to avoid any standing water in the affected areas as a precautionary measure.

The Authority understands the inconvenience this situation may cause and appreciates the public’s cooperation and continued patience as crews work diligently toward implementing a permanent solution.

For more information, please contact please call 340‑715‑9100 (St. Thomas) or 340‑712‑4962 (St. Croix), or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Stay connected with VIWMA on Facebook, X, and LinkedIn for updates.

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04-20-2026

CHRISTIANSTED SEWER LINE REPLACEMENT AND MANHOLE REHABILIATION PROJECT MANHOLE INSPECTION

(St. Croix, USVI) – The Virgin Islands Waste Management Authority (VIWMA) advises the community that on Monday, April 13, 2026, the manholes in the town of Christiansted will be inspected. While the manhole inspections are being performed, vehicular traffic will not be allowed in the streets of Christiansted. Traffic detours will occur as follows:

Manhole Inspection in King Street and West Street

Entering Christiansted via Northside Road (Richmond Post Office)/Contentment Road:

Northside Road (Richmond Post Office)/Contentment Road going to Basin Triangle Intersection and going east towards Jiffy Mart/Anglican Church:

1. Take the left-hand turn on West Street (Street before the Anglican Church) and continue north to Watergut Street (Valmy Thomas Sport Shop/West Street/Watergut intersection)
2. Turn right on Watergut Street, going towards the Seaborne terminal or King Cross Street (going south towards the Government Parking Lot)

Manhole Inspection in King Street {Entire Street Will be Closed at Market Street (Time Square) to Hospital Street}:

Into Christiansted and going to Gallows Bay commercial areas (Port Terminal/Post Office/Hardware Store/Marshall & Sterling) via King Street/Market Street (Time Square) Intersection:

1. Take the right-hand turn on Market Street and continue south to East Street
2. Turn left on East Street and continue east to Hospital Street
3. Turn right on Hospital Street and continue to the Gallows Bay commercial area

Into Christiansted and going to the Government Parking Lot (King Cross Street/Watergut Street) via Northside Road (Richmond Post Office)/Contentment Road, going to Basin Triangle Intersection and going east towards Jiffy Mart/Anglican Church:

1. Take the left-hand turn on West Street (Street before the Anglican Church) and continue north to Watergut Street (Valmy Thomas Sport Shop/West Street/Watergut intersection)
2. Turn right on Watergut Street, going towards the Seaborne terminal or King Cross Street (going south towards the Government Parking Lot)

Out of Christiansted via Company Street and Queen Street. There will be no vehicular traffic at the following intersections:

1. King Street/Queen Cross Street
2. King Street/King Cross Street
3. King Street/Prince Street

Motorists are advised to reduce their speed in areas with road barricades and flagmen present. The VIWMA staff apologizes for the inconvenience and appreciates the community's patience and cooperation.

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 on Facebook, X, and LinkedIn for updates

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04-10-2026

LBJ PUMP STATION OFFLINE DUE TO BROKEN FORCE MAIN PIPE

(St. Croix, USVI) – The Virgin Islands Waste Management Authority (VIWMA) informs the community that the LBJ Pump Station is currently offline due to a broken force main pipe, resulting in manhole overflows in the downtown Christiansted area.

VIWMA staff and contractors are working diligently to complete the necessary repairs and restore normal service as quickly and safely as possible.

Motorists and pedestrians are urged to exercise caution, as runoff may contain contaminants or pollutants that pose potential health risks. Residents should avoid areas with visible runoff, including gutters, puddles, manholes, drainage basins, and any locations that appear discolored or emit foul odors.

The Authority understands the inconvenience this situation may cause and appreciates the community’s patience and cooperation as we work to resolve the issue. VIWMA remains committed to providing reliable wastewater services and safeguarding public health and the environment.

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 on Facebook, X, and LinkedIn for updates.

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04-10-2026

VIWMA ADVISES OF ANNA'S RETREAT MANHOLE REPAIR

(St. Thomas, USVI) — The Virgin Islands Waste Management Authority (VIWMA) advises the public of a congested manhole near 394-268 Anna’s Retreat. The wastewater team has assessed the issue and will implement the most effective repair solution.

Motorists and pedestrians are urged to exercise caution in the area, as runoff may contain contaminants or pollutants harmful to human health. Residents are advised to avoid contact with areas affected by runoff, including gutters, puddles, manholes, drainage basins, and any locations that appear discolored or emit foul odors.

VIWMA acknowledges the inconvenience this may cause and appreciates the community’s patience and cooperation as crews work diligently to resolve this matter as quickly as possible.

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 VIWMA on Facebook, X, and LinkedIn for updates.

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04-08-2026