by Kevon Browne
St. Kitts and Nevis (WINN)—The Nevis Island Administration (NIA) officially commissioned a new 500,000-gallon glass-fused water storage tank at Stoney Hill, Rawlins, Nevis, on Thursday, September 10, 2026.
It was built to combat severe droughts caused by climate change and ensure local families always have clean water.
The new facility stands right next to an existing tank. Together, they hold one million gallons of water at the Stoney Hill location. If a natural disaster strikes or the main water pumps break, this site can store enough water to supply nearby communities for about three days.
The tanks hold water pumped from deep wells in Gingerland. They send water to families and businesses south of the site, reaching all the way to the capital city of Charlestown.
The new large glass-fused tank replaces an old, leaky 270,000-gallon fibreglass tank. It measures 60 feet wide and 30 feet high.
Work started in February 2026 and construction finished in May 2026. It was built by a local team from Precision Construction, led by contractor Ronell Webbe.
During the ceremony, the Minister of Works and Water Services, Hon. Spencer Brand, explained that this tank is a promise for the future.
“This significant investment by the Nevis Island Administration (NIA) represents another important step in strengthening the reliability, resilience and sustainability of our water supply system. The Stoney Hill facility provides an additional half-million gallons of storage capacity, strengthening our ability to manage periods of high demand, respond to interruptions and improve water distribution to surrounding communities. As Minister of Water Services, I am proud of the progress we are making. This project forms part of the NIA’s broader program of investment in water production, storage, transmission and distribution infrastructure across Nevis. I thank the dedicated team at the Nevis Water Department, our Integrated Water Resources Management Unit, the contractor, technical personnel and everyone who contributed to bringing this important project to completion.”
With growing development and infrastructure on Nevis, a strong system to support new homes, hotels, businesses, and local farmers is paramount.
