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St. John’s, Antigua – April 2, 2025: The Antigua Public Utilities Authority (APUA) continues to monitor and manage the island’s water resources to ensure a stable supply for residents. Potworks Reservoir, the largest natural water catchment in Antigua, has a capacity of one billion gallons.

Rainfall in February and October 2024 significantly replenished the reservoir, raising water levels by approximately 12 feet and allowing theAuthority to extract an average of 900,000 gallons daily. As of April 2, 2025, measurements indicate that the reservoir holds 6 feet 11 inches ofwater.

Based on current extraction rates, APUA technicians estimate that this supply will last approximately three weeks before reaching the extraction threshold.

Potworks Reservoir primarily services the following communities: American Road from NODS, Belmont, Bethesda, Briggins, Buckleys, Follys area, Horsford Hill, John Hughes, LawPasture, Liberta, Ottos New Town, Pattersons, Radio Range, St. Clair Heights, Swetes, Wallings Tank, and All Saints Road from Zephy’s Tire Shop to John I. Martin Racetrack, extending up to Farrell Road in Falmouth.

To compensate for the reduced supply from Potworks Reservoir, APUA has increased an existing water purchase agreement with North Sound Management at Crabbs.

This facility currently contributes an average of 300,000 imperial gallons per day to the APUA distribution network.

North Sound Management has also invested in additional Reverse Osmosis (RO) units, which will increase capacity by a further 1,000,000 imperial gallons per day.

Testing of these new units will commence on April 7, 2025, with commissioning expected by mid-April. APUA remains dedicated to meeting the water needs of its customers and encourages the residents of Antigua and Barbuda to continue practising water conservation daily.

In the event of planned or unplanned disruptions due to emergencies or routine maintenance, residents are advised to store enough water for their basic needs. Together, we can ensure a consistent water supply for everyone.