Abaco is the third most populated island in the Bahamas, and this population also includes large numbers of second home owners who visit seasonally from North America and Europe. Its vibrant economy benefits from tourism, wonderful boating, the fishing industry, and various agricultural undertakings. The many isolated communities and off-shore Cays provide a cultural diversity and character that is unique. Picturesque old settlements combine with a hard working fishing communities, and the bustle of busy Marsh Harbour. Pine forests, shallow seas, and many interesting environmental features provide something for most, and there are numerous social events and activities for those that enjoy them. The W&SC provides all communities in mainland Abaco with potable water, generally using groundwater resources, and water is also piped across to Green Turtle Cay. Desalinated water using reverse osmosis is supplied in Moores Island, Grand Cay, and Cherokee Sound. The main office is located in Marsh Harbour with substations in Treasure Cay, and Coopers Town.
Daily Water Production: 2.1 Million Imperial Gallons No. of Accounts: 5,300
Internationally famous for its game fishing and with a reputation as a place to relax and enjoy life, in close proximity to the Florida coast, Bimini receives visitors from all over the world despite its small size. Water is provided from a reverse osmosis plant located in North Bimini and a supply is piped by means of an underwater line to South Bimini. The W&SC maintains an office in the north island.
Daily Water Production: 124,000 Imperial Gallons No. of Accounts: 450
Though it is generally flat and low lying Andros is actually the fifth largest island in the wider Caribbean area. Despite its size Andros has a very small population and wonderful environmental features. With miles and miles of pine forest, the world’s largest concentration of untouched blue holes, a complex network of creeks, lakes, and marshes, the second largest coral reef in the western hemisphere, Andros is also the Bahamian island that is best endowed with freshwater. Saline creeks meander across the island from coast to coast separating North Andros, from Wood Cay, Mangrove Cay and South Andros. The W&SC provides water supplies to all communities in North Andros, and Mangrove Cay, and most of South Andros, using the natural resource, and for 35 years shipped water to New Providence where natural resources were lacking. The main operational base in Andros is located in Nicholl’s Town with substations in Fresh Creek, and the Kemp’s Bay complex.
Daily Water Production: 488,000 Imperial Gallons No. of Accounts: 2,400
This heavily populated island includes the capital Nassau. The W&SC provides piped water to most sectors of the island, most of which is provided by means of reverse osmosis desalination. Some wellfields in the western end of the island are still in use however these are gradually being phased out to be replaced by more reliable and better quality water. There are private suppliers in New Providence, like Atlantis on Paradise Island. The W&SC system is rapidly being expanded to meet the needs of growing demands, and new developments. Customer service is provided by the main office on Thompson Blvd. but payments can be made at most commercial banks, via the internet, or by mail.
Daily Water Production: 11.8 Million Imperial Gallons No. of Accounts: 41,500
Beautiful Eleuthera consists of rolling hills and valleys interspersed with shallow lakes and ponds and large areas of natural coppice. The coast lines alternate from steep rocky cliffs to amazing beaches. This island has had a fascinating history which includes that of the Eleutherian Adventurers and the establishment of the first Republic in the New World. Offshore islands like Harbour Island, Spanish Wells, and Royal Island each have their own aspects of historical interest. The W&SC provides water to all sectors of the island, mostly from desalination sources though it is still using the Bogue Wellfield in the north as a natural source of supply. Tarpum Bay’s desalination facility is unique in that it is expected to be powered predominantly by wind energy starting in 2014. If successful, renewable energy could be used at other facilities on the island and elsewhere in The Bahamas. There are offices located in the main settlements like Governor’s Harbour, Rock Sound, Dunmore Town, and Spanish Wells.
Daily Water Production: 1.1 Million Imperial Gallons No. of Accounts: 5,100
This exquisite chain of islands with turquoise seas and pristine beaches is a boater’s paradise, and it extends over a distance of 90 miles from Beacon Cay in the north down to Hog Cay in the south. The chain of islands contains the world famous Exuma Cays Land and Sea National Park, formed by an Act of Parliament on July 13th 1959. The W&SC provides water produced by the desalination process of reverse osmosis on Great Exuma, from Rolleville in the north down to Rolle Town in the south, and in Staniel Cay, Black Point, and Farmer’s Cay. The main office and centre of operations is located in George Town.
Daily Water Production: 323,000 Imperial Gallons No. of Accounts: 1,650
This hilly island includes many miles of infrequently-visited shoreline with beautiful beaches, and reefs. There is also a rich cultural and historical record which makes Cat Island an interesting place for visitors with both social and environmental interests to explore. At this phase in Cat Island’s development the W&SC only provides water supplied by tanker but service is made available to all sectors of the island. Plans are in place for proper piped supplies to be provided in all the residential communities.
Daily Water Production: 2,000 Imperial Gallons No. of Accounts: n/a
The Atlantic coastline of Long Island is spectacular and provides a wonderful contrast to the more tranquil bays and coves on the west side. Being a long thin island with hilly ridges extending from the north all the way to the south, Long Island is not well endowed with freshwater and consequently the W&SC provides most of the water supplied using a desalination plant located in the Mangrove Bush area. There is a small groundwater supply in Simms but this is due to be replaced by another desalination plant. At present the central Long Island supply extends from Greys down to Turtle Cove in the south but plans are in place to extend this system to Salt Pond in the north and to Clarence Town in the south. The W&SC also provides a tanker service which delivers water to all sectors of the island. Because Long Island has a low rainfall the tanker service is kept very busy for most of the year. Customer service is provided from an office in Mangrove Bush.
Daily Water Production: 101,000 Imperial Gallons No. of Accounts: 650
San Salvador is characterized by the hills and lakes that dominate the centre of the island. The shorelines have many picturesque bays with white sandy beaches, and these as well as several features of historical interest, like Columbus’ Landfall, make the island interesting to visitors. Fishing and diving are popular activities, and the Gerace Research Station also brings many students and scientists to the island. Water is provided by the W&SC using a desalination plant located near to Cockburn Town, where there is an office for customer service.
Daily Water Production: 89,000 Imperial Gallons No. of Accounts: 300
These pristine islands are very much as they have been for the last two hundred years though their populations are actually now a lot smaller than they were in the 1800s, and in the days of the salt industry, and sponging. They are generally well endowed with coppice forests, and feature many beautiful coves, bays, and headlands. Christopher Columbus dubbed these islands as “the fragrant islands”. The shallow waters they enclose, known as the Bight of Acklins, is reportedly one of the best bonefishing locations in the world. The W&SC provides water to the Salina Point, and Snug Corner areas, using reverse osmosis sources, and also operates a small plant on Long Cay. Groundwater resources are used to supply Colonel Hill, Lovely Bay, and Chesters.
Daily Water Production: 1,000 Imperial Gallons No. of Accounts: n/a
These pristine islands are very much as they have been for the last two hundred years though their populations are actually now a lot smaller than they were in the 1800s, and in the days of the salt industry, and sponging. They are generally well endowed with coppice forests, and feature many beautiful coves, bays, and headlands. Christopher Columbus dubbed these islands as “the fragrant islands”. The shallow waters they enclose, known as the Bight of Acklins, is reportedly one of the best bonefishing locations in the world. The W&SC provides water to the Salina Point, and Snug Corner areas, using reverse osmosis sources, and also operates a small plant on Long Cay. Groundwater resources are used to supply Colonel Hill, Lovely Bay, and Chesters.
Daily Water Production: 2,000 No. of Accounts: n/a
These pristine islands are very much as they have been for the last two hundred years though their populations are actually now a lot smaller than they were in the 1800s, and in the days of the salt industry, and sponging. They are generally well endowed with coppice forests, and feature many beautiful coves, bays, and headlands. Christopher Columbus dubbed these islands as “the fragrant islands”. The shallow waters they enclose, known as the Bight of Acklins, is reportedly one of the best bonefishing locations in the world. The W&SC provides water to the Salina Point, and Snug Corner areas, using reverse osmosis sources, and also operates a small plant on Long Cay. Groundwater resources are used to supply Colonel Hill, Lovely Bay, and Chesters.
Daily Water Production: 26,000 – No. of Accounts: 150
Mayaguana remains largely undeveloped though it features miles of white-sand beach, and healthy off-shore coral reefs. A simple well field system provides water to Pirates Well and Betsey Bay, and plans are in place to replace this by a reverse osmosis source, which will also supply the community of Abrahams Bay.
Daily Water Production: 14,000 Imperial Gallons No. of Accounts: n/a
This large low-lying island is probably the most arid in the Bahamas, and as a consequence lacks appreciable water resources, but supports a viable salt harvesting industry based on natural evaporation processes. The island includes the Inagua National Park which is the home of one of the largest flamingo flocks in the world. Other wild life of interest include wild donkeys and boars, and the Bahama Parrot. The W&SC has to provide water produced by desalination from a plant located in Matthew Town in the same location as its office.
Daily Water Production: 80,000 Imperial Gallons No. of Accounts: 400
Daily Water Production: n/a – No. of Accounts: n/a
Grand Bahama Island
Contact: n/a Phone: n/a Fax: n/a
Office Hours: n/a
Abacos
Abaco is the third most populated island in the Bahamas, and this population also includes large numbers of second home owners who visit seasonally from North America and Europe. Its vibrant economy benefits from tourism, wonderful boating, the fishing industry, and various agricultural undertakings. The many isolated communities and off-shore Cays provide a cultural diversity and character that is unique. Picturesque old settlements combine with a hard working fishing communities, and the bustle of busy Marsh Harbour. Pine forests, shallow seas, and many interesting environmental features provide something for most, and there are numerous social events and activities for those that enjoy them. The W&SC provides all communities in mainland Abaco with potable water, generally using groundwater resources, and water is also piped across to Green Turtle Cay. Desalinated water using reverse osmosis is supplied in Moores Island, Grand Cay, and Cherokee Sound. The main office is located in Marsh Harbour with substations in Treasure Cay, and Coopers Town.
Daily Water Production: 2.1 Million Imperial Gallons – No. of Accounts: 5,300
Contact: Andrew McIntosh Phone: 302-5599 Fax: 328-3896
Office Hours: Mon – Fri: 9:00am – 5:00pm
Bimini
Internationally famous for its game fishing and with a reputation as a place to relax and enjoy life, in close proximity to the Florida coast, Bimini receives visitors from all over the world despite its small size. Water is provided from a reverse osmosis plant located in North Bimini and a supply is piped by means of an underwater line to South Bimini. The W&SC maintains an office in the north island.
Daily Water Production: 124,000 Imperial Gallons – No. of Accounts: 450
Alice Town
Contact: Allan Charlton Sr. Phone: 347-3454 Fax: 347-3457
Office Hours: Mon – Fri: 9:00am – 5:00pm
Great Harbour Cay
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Daily Water Production: 41,000 Imperial Gallons No. of Accounts: n/a
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Contact: n/a Phone: n/a Fax: n/a
Office Hours: n/a
Andros
Though it is generally flat and low lying Andros is actually the fifth largest island in the wider Caribbean area. Despite its size Andros has a very small population and wonderful environmental features. With miles and miles of pine forest, the world’s largest concentration of untouched blue holes, a complex network of creeks, lakes, and marshes, the second largest coral reef in the western hemisphere, Andros is also the Bahamian island that is best endowed with freshwater. Saline creeks meander across the island from coast to coast separating North Andros, from Wood Cay, Mangrove Cay and South Andros. The W&SC provides water supplies to all communities in North Andros, and Mangrove Cay, and most of South Andros, using the natural resource, and for 35 years shipped water to New Providence where natural resources were lacking. The main operational base in Andros is located in Nicholl’s Town with substations in Fresh Creek, and the Kemp’s Bay complex.
Daily Water Production: 488,000 Imperial Gallons No. of Accounts: 2,400
Contact: Basil Rolle Phone: 369-4764 Fax: 369-4675
Office Hours: Mon – Fri: 9:00am – 5:00pm
Mangrove Cay
Contact: Christopher Smith Phone: 369-0888 Fax: N/A
Office Hours: Mon – Fri: 9:00am – 5:00pm
New Providence
This heavily populated island includes the capital Nassau. The W&SC provides piped water to most sectors of the island, most of which is provided by means of reverse osmosis desalination. Some wellfields in the western end of the island are still in use however these are gradually being phased out to be replaced by more reliable and better quality water. There are private suppliers in New Providence, like Atlantis on Paradise Island. The W&SC system is rapidly being expanded to meet the needs of growing demands, and new developments. Customer service is provided by the main office on Thompson Blvd. but payments can be made at most commercial banks, via the internet, or by mail.
Daily Water Production: 11.8 Million Imperial Gallons No. of Accounts: 41,500
Call Centre
Contact: n/a Phone: 302-5599 Fax: 328-3896
Office Hours: Mon – Fri: 9:00am – 5:00pm
Eleuthera / Harbour Island
Beautiful Eleuthera consists of rolling hills and valleys interspersed with shallow lakes and ponds and large areas of natural coppice. The coast lines alternate from steep rocky cliffs to amazing beaches. This island has had a fascinating history which includes that of the Eleutherian Adventurers and the establishment of the first Republic in the New World. Offshore islands like Harbour Island, Spanish Wells, and Royal Island each have their own aspects of historical interest. The W&SC provides water to all sectors of the island, mostly from desalination sources though it is still using the Bogue Wellfield in the north as a natural source of supply. Tarpum Bay’s desalination facility is unique in that it is expected to be powered predominantly by wind energy starting in 2014. If successful, renewable energy could be used at other facilities on the island and elsewhere in The Bahamas. There are offices located in the main settlements like Governor’s Harbour, Rock Sound, Dunmore Town, and Spanish Wells.
Daily Water Production: 1.1 Million Imperial Gallons No. of Accounts: 5,100
Contact: Anthony Bostwic Phone: 332-2370 Fax: 332-2371
Office Hours: Mon – Fri: 9:00am – 5:00pm
Harbour Island
Contact: Andrew Johnson Phone: 333-2417 Fax: 333-2418
Office Hours: Mon – Fri: 9:00am – 5:00pm
The Exumas
This exquisite chain of islands with turquoise seas and pristine beaches is a boater’s paradise, and it extends over a distance of 90 miles from Beacon Cay in the north down to Hog Cay in the south. The chain of islands contains the world famous Exuma Cays Land and Sea National Park, formed by an Act of Parliament on July 13th 1959. The W&SC provides water produced by the desalination process of reverse osmosis on Great Exuma, from Rolleville in the north down to Rolle Town in the south, and in Staniel Cay, Black Point, and Farmer’s Cay. The main office and centre of operations is located in George Town.
Daily Water Production: 323,000 Imperial Gallons No. of Accounts: 1,650
George Town (PS &RO)
Contact: Karen Rolle Phone: 336-2863/333-2867 Fax: 333-2870
Office Hours: Mon – Fri: 9:00am – 5:00pm
Black Point (RO)
Contact: Bervin Brown Phone: 355-3073 Fax: n/a
Office Hours: Mon – Fri: 9:00am – 5:00pm
Cat Island
This hilly island includes many miles of infrequently-visited shoreline with beautiful beaches, and reefs. There is also a rich cultural and historical record which makes Cat Island an interesting place for visitors with both social and environmental interests to explore. At this phase in Cat Island’s development the W&SC only provides water supplied by tanker but service is made available to all sectors of the island. Plans are in place for proper piped supplies to be provided in all the residential communities.
Daily Water Production: 2,000 Imperial Gallons No. of Accounts: n/a
Ragged Island
Ragged Island is an arid island with no year-round groundwater source. The W&SC provides desalinated water in Duncan Town.
Daily Water Production: 3,000 Imperial Gallons No. of Accounts: 50
The Atlantic coastline of Long Island is spectacular and provides a wonderful contrast to the more tranquil bays and coves on the west side. Being a long thin island with hilly ridges extending from the north all the way to the south, Long Island is not well endowed with freshwater and consequently the W&SC provides most of the water supplied using a desalination plant located in the Mangrove Bush area. There is a small groundwater supply in Simms but this is due to be replaced by another desalination plant. At present the central Long Island supply extends from Greys down to Turtle Cove in the south but plans are in place to extend this system to Salt Pond in the north and to Clarence Town in the south. The W&SC also provides a tanker service which delivers water to all sectors of the island. Because Long Island has a low rainfall the tanker service is kept very busy for most of the year. Customer service is provided from an office in Mangrove Bush.
Daily Water Production: 101,000 Imperial Gallons No. of Accounts: 650
Daily Water Production: 1,000 Imperial Gallons No. of Accounts: n/a
Rum Cay (RO)
Contact: n/a Phone: n/a Fax: n/a
Office Hours: n/a
San Salvador
San Salvador is characterized by the hills and lakes that dominate the centre of the island. The shorelines have many picturesque bays with white sandy beaches, and these as well as several features of historical interest, like Columbus’ Landfall, make the island interesting to visitors. Fishing and diving are popular activities, and the Gerace Research Station also brings many students and scientists to the island. Water is provided by the W&SC using a desalination plant located near to Cockburn Town, where there is an office for customer service.
Daily Water Production: 89,000 Imperial Gallons No. of Accounts: 300
Cockburn Town (PS & RO)
Contact: Alphege Butler Phone: 331-2150 Fax: n/a
Office Hours: n/a
Long Cay
These pristine islands are very much as they have been for the last two hundred years though their populations are actually now a lot smaller than they were in the 1800s, and in the days of the salt industry, and sponging. They are generally well endowed with coppice forests, and feature many beautiful coves, bays, and headlands. Christopher Columbus dubbed these islands as “the fragrant islands”. The shallow waters they enclose, known as the Bight of Acklins, is reportedly one of the best bonefishing locations in the world. The W&SC provides water to the Salina Point, and Snug Corner areas, using reverse osmosis sources, and also operates a small plant on Long Cay. Groundwater resources are used to supply Colonel Hill, Lovely Bay, and Chesters.
Daily Water Production: 1,000 Imperial Gallons No. of Accounts: n/a
Long Cay (RO)
Contact: n/a Phone: n/a Fax: n/a
Office Hours: n/a
Crooked Island
These pristine islands are very much as they have been for the last two hundred years though their populations are actually now a lot smaller than they were in the 1800s, and in the days of the salt industry, and sponging. They are generally well endowed with coppice forests, and feature many beautiful coves, bays, and headlands. Christopher Columbus dubbed these islands as “the fragrant islands”. The shallow waters they enclose, known as the Bight of Acklins, is reportedly one of the best bonefishing locations in the world. The W&SC provides water to the Salina Point, and Snug Corner areas, using reverse osmosis sources, and also operates a small plant on Long Cay. Groundwater resources are used to supply Colonel Hill, Lovely Bay, and Chesters.
Daily Water Production: 2,000 No. of Accounts: n/a
Crooked Island (RO)
Contact: n/a Phone: n/a Fax: n/a
Office Hours: n/a
Acklins
These pristine islands are very much as they have been for the last two hundred years though their populations are actually now a lot smaller than they were in the 1800s, and in the days of the salt industry, and sponging. They are generally well endowed with coppice forests, and feature many beautiful coves, bays, and headlands. Christopher Columbus dubbed these islands as “the fragrant islands”. The shallow waters they enclose, known as the Bight of Acklins, is reportedly one of the best bonefishing locations in the world. The W&SC provides water to the Salina Point, and Snug Corner areas, using reverse osmosis sources, and also operates a small plant on Long Cay. Groundwater resources are used to supply Colonel Hill, Lovely Bay, and Chesters.
Daily Water Production: 26,000 No. of Accounts: 150
Mayaguana remains largely undeveloped though it features miles of white-sand beach, and healthy off-shore coral reefs. A simple well field system provides water to Pirates Well and Betsey Bay, and plans are in place to replace this by a reverse osmosis source, which will also supply the community of Abrahams Bay.
Daily Water Production: 14,000 Imperial Gallons No. of Accounts: n/a
Mayaguana
Contact: n/a Phone: n/a Fax: n/a
Office Hours: n/a
Inagua
This large low-lying island is probably the most arid in the Bahamas, and as a consequence lacks appreciable water resources, but supports a viable salt harvesting industry based on natural evaporation processes. The island includes the Inagua National Park which is the home of one of the largest flamingo flocks in the world. Other wild life of interest include wild donkeys and boars, and the Bahama Parrot. The W&SC has to provide water produced by desalination from a plant located in Matthew Town in the same location as its office.
Daily Water Production: 80,000 Imperial Gallons No. of Accounts: 400
Inagua (PS & RO)
Contact: Theodora Kelly Phone: 339-1600 Fax: 339-2088
