The Virgin Islands Water and Power Authority is advising St. Croix customers of two separate scheduled electrical service interruptions over the next week as part of ongoing efforts to support critical private-sector improvements and strengthen the Territory’s electrical infrastructure.
On Saturday, May 16, from 6 a.m. to 9 a.m., electrical service will be temporarily interrupted on:
- Feeder 1A – affecting approximately 1,017 customers from Estate Richmond to Christiansted Town
- Feeder 2A – affecting approximately 3,099 customers from Contentment to Cramer’s Park/South Grapetree Bay
This scheduled outage will allow private contractors to safely complete roof repairs near main feeder lines, reflecting WAPA’s commitment to supporting community and private-sector improvements while protecting the electrical system.
Additionally, on Thursday, May 21, from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., a second scheduled outage will impact approximately 50 customers on Feeder 6A, including customers in: Salt River, Rust Up Twist, Cane Bay, and Gentle Winds.
This interruption is necessary for WAPA crews to perform utility pole upgrades in the area as part of broader system hardening efforts.
These upgrades support WAPA’s transition from aging wooden poles to stronger composite poles that better withstand severe weather, reduce maintenance, and improve grid reliability. Customers are encouraged to plan ahead and take necessary precautions during both scheduled interruptions. To stay updated of any changes in real-time, please sign up for WAPA Alerts at: https://member.everbridge.net/892807736728730/new.
