The Barbados Water Authority (BWA) is a Statutory Body established by an act of legislature on 8 October 1980 to replace the Waterworks Department of Government. It commenced operations on 1 April 1981.
The BWA is charged with supplying the island with potable water as well as the provision of wastewater treatment and disposal services to the sewered areas of Bridgetown and the south coast.
The Authority is also responsible for the monitoring, assessment, control, and protection of water resources in the public's interest.
