Following the recent heavy rainfall impacting the eastern and northern sides of the island, several water systems encountered challenges in their infrastructure.
While Mirabeau has returned to full operation, significant hurdles remain for Mt Horne, Peggy’s Whim, and Mt Reuil.
- Mirabeau Water System experienced high turbidity but was returned to full operation on Tuesday, 19 December 2023
- Mt Horne continues to grapple with substantial blockage due to silt accumulation in its dam, affecting its operational capacity. Work to address this issue has commenced with teams undertaking necessary restoration measures
- Similarly, Peggy’s Whim faces a halt in restoration efforts due to the dam’s siltation. Clearing this blockage is imperative before restoration work can resume. Teams are already at the dam, conducting assessments to initiate restoration
- Additionally, Mt Reuil suffered damage to its transmission lines. Our teams are already actively engaged in repair work to restore full functionality swiftly
Given the current state of the system and the magnitude of work needed, Nawasa is unable to offer a specific timeline for the restoration of the water supply at the Peggy’s Whim, Mt Reuil, and Mt Horne water systems. Nawasa commits to providing updates on the restoration progress throughout the day.
Nawasa sincerely appreciates the patience and understanding of our valued consumers as we diligently work towards restoring normal water services. Cooperation is invaluable during this restoration process.
Nawasa…committed to meeting customers’ needs
The problem with Grenada’s water supply is that it is a Government-owned monopoly and is being managed by a state-owned institution.
As Grenada’s economy grows, State-owned supplied water is continuing to be inadequate – especially in the South at times of considerable rainfall (supply).
This has been the case repeatedly over the last 50 years – with supply varying from stable and reliable to unpredictable and scare from time to time.
One solution is to create a public-private partnership environment where private suppliers can top up public sector capacity.
Such an approach exists in Barbados and has literally eliminated supply inconsistency – although it has done nothing to reduce the high leakage levels in the public water supply system.
New solutions are needed and the “same old”, “same old” solutions will not work.
Thanks for the update. I know what is happening now.