Stage 2 Water Conservation Measures in effect for the Balfour, Burton, Denver Siding, Grandview Properties, McDonald Creek, Sanca, West Robson, and Woodbury Village water systems
July 21, 2021
Nelson, BC: Effective immediately, mandatory Stage 2 Water Conservation Measures are being implemented in the Balfour, Burton, Denver Siding, Grandview Properties, McDonald Creek, Sanca, West Robson, and Woodbury Village water systems.
Water conservation measures have been rescinded in Edgewood and Fauquier water system due to wildfire mitigation efforts.
The Stage 2 Water Conservation Measures have been implemented due to continued hot weather and the Provincial request for a voluntary 30% reduction in water consumption.
“The West Kootenays are currently listed at drought level three [out of five] and the Province is requesting a voluntary 30% reduction in water withdrawal on licensed water quantity,” said Steve Ethier, RDCK Water Operations Manager. “The Regional District water systems will aim for this current reduction amount, and any further Provincial requests for conservation, to ensure there is adequate supply for potential wildfire concerns and mitigation efforts”.
Stage 2 Water Conservation Measures include:
- Watering of lawns, gardens, trees and shrubs is ONLY permitted between 6:00am-10:00am and 8:00pm-10:00pm.
- Watering of gardens, trees and shrubs by watering can or hand-held hose is still permitted anytime.
The RDCK appreciates your cooperation in adhering to the above water conservation measures. Stage 2 Water Conservation Measures will remain in effect until further notice. Stricter water conservation measures may be required if demand increases significantly, hot and dry weather persists, or if the Province requests additional conservation efforts.
The following table provides information on current water conservation measures in RDCK water systems:
Water System |
Water Conservation Stage |
Effective Date |
Edgewood |
None |
July 18, 2021 |
Fauquier |
None |
July 20, 2021 |
Balfour |
Stage 2 |
July 21, 2021 |
Burton |
Stage 2 |
July 21, 2021 |
Denver Siding |
Stage 2 |
July 21, 2021 |
Duhamel |
Stage 2 |
July 13, 2021 |
Erickson |
Stage 3 |
June 28, 2021 |
Grandview Properties |
Stage 2 |
July 21, 2021 |
Lister |
Stage 3 |
July 20, 2021 |
Lucas Road |
Stage 1 |
June 1, 2021 |
McDonald Creek |
Stage 2 |
July 21, 2021 |
Riondel |
Stage 2 |
June 29, 2021 |
Rosebery Highlands |
Stage 1 |
June 1, 2021 |
Sanca |
Stage 2 |
July 21, 2021 |
South Slocan |
Stage 2 |
June 30, 2021 |
West Robson |
Stage 2 |
July 21, 2021 |
Woodbury Village |
Stage 2 |
July 21, 2021 |
Woodland Heights |
Stage 3 |
June 24, 2021 |
Ymir |
Stage 2 |
July 13, 2021 |
For the most current water conservation measures on your water system and additional water conservation information, please visit the RDCK website: www.rdck.ca/water
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The content on this page was last updated July 21 2021 at 9:23 AM