20/08/2026
Spring Gardens Water Supply System Officially Commissioned!
Yesterday, Rural Water Supply Limited (RWSL) joined the Spring Gardens community in South St. James for the Commissioning Ceremony of Phase 2 of the Spring Gardens Water Supply System, marking another important milestone in our commitment to improving water security across rural Jamaica.
The Spring Gardens community, home to approximately 2,000 residents, has historically relied heavily on rainfall to meet its potable water needs.
Under Phase 2, significant improvements have been made to strengthen the system, including the upgrade from a fuel-driven pump to a solar-powered pumping system, improvements to the pumping station, extension of the tank base, installation of additional water storage tanks, testing and repairs to the distribution pipeline, and the installation of additional distribution lines.
The solar-powered system is expected to provide gallons of water daily, a significant improvement over the previous supply. Increased storage capacity will also help to support a more reliable supply to residents.
For the people of Spring Gardens, this project means greater access to a more reliable and sustainable water supply, while reducing reliance on fuel-powered pumping and strengthening the community’s resilience.
At RWSL, we remain committed to investing in solutions that bring water closer to the people and help build stronger, more resilient communities.