Dozens of St. Croix residents could get $50 toward their water bill, the Water and Power Authority announced this week.
Qualified residential and commercial water customers who let WAPA come test their pipes for lead and copper will get a $50 water account credit, WAPA officials said. The sign-up deadline is May 31.
The Lead and Copper Testing Program is a routine requirement of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency designed to ensure the continued safety and quality of drinking water. That doesn’t mean it’s without adventure, however.
In 2023, bungled test results incorrectly identified staggering lead and copper levels in St. Croix drinking water. The ensuing panic resulted in 36 areas temporarily losing municipal water supply and pledges of federal funds to help with pipe replacement.
“WAPA also acknowledges that in previous years, initial test results led to concern within the community. While the situation was resolved, the authority understands the concern it caused and remains committed to transparency, accuracy, and maintaining public trust through consistent monitoring and clear communication,” WAPA said in a press release this week.
WAPA crews completed testing St. Thomas and St. John water earlier this year, the release said.
How to Participate:
- Complete the eligibility survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/CLMSurvey
For more information, contact 340-773-2250 ext. 3056 (Monday–Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.) or visit the Sunny Isles business office.
