Department of Public Works
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The latest news and updates from the Department of Public Works. View complete press releases here: Press Releases
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Tune in to the Department of Public Works' Committee on Culture, Youth, Aging, Sports and Parks Testimony today, Monday, April 20, 2026, at 10:00 a.m.
Listen live at legvi.org or on social media at facebook.com/legislatureusvi
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Powered by The Works Co. proudly presents their 2nd Annual Food Fair Fundraiser!
The sun is out and the skies are clear!
📅 Tomorrow, Friday, April 17, 2026
🕛 Starting at 12:00 PM
📍 St. Thomas Subbase DPW Front Parking Lot
Come enjoy a delicious selection of local favorites:
Goat Water
Veggie Lasagna
Chicken Leg
Johnny Cake
Pelau
Salmon Balls
Seasoned Rice
Salad
Plantain
Assorted Cakes
Local Drinks
Bring your appetite and support a great cause—we look forward to seeing you there! ... See MoreSee Less
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The Department of Public Works (DPW) is pleased to announce that road repairs along Nicholas Friday Memorial Drive in St. Thomas, USVI, are nearing completion.
Tomorrow, Thursday, April 16, 2026, DPW contractor – Grace Civil, LLC, – will mobilize and commence road repairs along a segment of Valdemar A. Hill Sr. Drive (Skyline Drive), in the vicinity of Beacon Point. Road work will begin at 8:00 a.m. and continue until completion.
Motorists should expect delays and are urged to utilize alternate routes. Flaggers and signage will be in place to guide traffic safely through the area.
The Department of Public Works appreciates the community’s patience and cooperation as we continue working to improve roadway conditions. ... See MoreSee Less
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Looking for parking during the main week of Carnival? Check out the Department of Sports, Parks and Recreation Carnival Parking!
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The Department of Public Works (DPW) is informing the community of an emergency road closure along Norre Gade in St. Thomas, USVI.
The Department was made aware of a break in a Water and Power Authority (WAPA) water line along Norre Gade, adjacent to Memorial Moravian Church, which has caused damage to the roadway. Crews have been dispatched to assess the situation, and repairs are currently underway.
Motorists are urged to utilize alternate routes and anticipate possible delays.
DPW appreciates the community’s patience and cooperation as we work to restore safe road conditions throughout the territory. ... See MoreSee Less
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The Department of Public Works (DPW) advises the public of a one-lane road closure along the Wharf Bypass in St. John, USVI.
DPW contractor – Island Roads Corp. – has mobilized today, Tuesday, April 14, 2026, to begin necessary road repairs in the Wharf Bypass area. The project is scheduled to be completed by Friday, April 17, 2026, weather permitting.
To minimize disruptions to traffic and nearby residents, road work will take place between 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Motorists should expect delays and are urged to proceed with caution. Flaggers and signage will be in place to guide traffic safely through the area. Please refer to the map for additional details.
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The Department of Public Works (DPW) advises the public of upcoming road repairs along segments of Nicholas Friday Memorial Drive on St. Thomas, USVI.
DPW contractor – Haugland Virgin Islands – has completed milling and paving road segments in the vicinity of Frenchman’s Bay and Bolongo Road. As work progresses, crews will transition to Nicholas Friday Memorial Drive beginning tonight, Thursday, April 9 through Friday, April 10, 2026, to make additional road repairs.
Location: Westbound lane, from the Wayne “Facts Man” Adams Bridge to Nadir Hill on Nicholas Friday Memorial Drive
Time: 12:00 a.m. – 5:00 a.m. (Overnight Work)
Motorists should expect delays and are encouraged to use alternate routes.
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The Department of Public Works’ contractors will complete roadside maintenance this week - April 7-10, 2026 - in the areas listed below. Please exercise caution in these areas. ... See MoreSee Less
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