GWI undertakes major water infrastructure improvements along EBD corridor

The Guyana Water Incorporated (GWI) has embarked on a major infrastructure upgrade along the East Bank of Demerara (EBD) corridor, with significant upgrades to its water transmission and treatment facilities.
These works aim to vastly improve treated water coverage and service quality for thousands of residents from Eccles to Timehri. The multi-faceted project, undertaken by eight local contractors, will have a lasting impact on the water security of the corridor, with infrastructure expected to serve the communities with adequate water supply.
As part of this ongoing project, new transmission mains are currently being laid between Eccles and Timehri. This upgrade will extend treated water service to several communities previously receiving raw water, significantly enhancing water quality and accessibility for residents along the corridor. Once completed, these mains will ensure a dependable and improved water distribution system, with the capacity to meet increasing demand for water quality and supply.

Additionally, a new state-of-the-art water treatment plant is being constructed in Caledonia, which will serve the areas from Craig to Soesdyke. This facility, along with the drilling of a new well in Caledonia, will bolster the region’s water supply and improve water pressure for many communities.
GWI is also upgrading water treatment plants in Eccles, Covent Garden, Grove, and Timehri to expand their treatment capacity and enhance the level of service to communities across the East Bank. Already, new wells have been installed at Eccles and Covent Garden and a new well is near completion at Grove.
The scope of these works reflects GWI’s focus on sustainable, long-term solutions that support Guyana’s development and provide communities with quality services. The company remains dedicated to keeping residents informed on the progress of these water infrastructure works.
Recently, the GWI’s Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Shaik Baksh inspected works that are ongoing at the Caledonia Water Treatment Plant which is near completion.