Nelson, BC: The Regional District of Central Kootenay (RDCK) has issued a Water Quality Advisory for users on the Erickson Water System. The system is located in Erickson just outside the eastern border of Creston, crossing the boundary of RDCK Electoral Areas B and C.
This advisory is being issued due to a temporary issue with a chlorine dosing pump at the Arrow Creek Water Treatment Plant, which resulted in lower-than-required chlorine residual entering the distribution system. The issue has been corrected, and normal chlorination has resumed; however, water with a lower chlorine residual is currently moving through parts of the distribution network.
While the Arrow Creek Water Treatment Plant provides multiple barriers to protect water quality—including membrane filtration, ultraviolet disinfection, and chlorination—Interior Health recommends that individuals with weakened immune systems, the elderly, children, and anyone wishing additional protection should boil their water for at least one minute before drinking, washing fruits and vegetables, making beverages or ice, or brushing teeth.
Owners of all public facilities must post a Water Quality Advisory at all sinks or drinking water fountains accessible to the public (alternatively, public fountains and taps may be turned off). As opportunities arise, they must also advise their clientele verbally of the Water Quality Advisory.
RDCK staff will continue to monitor chlorine residual levels throughout the system and will lift the advisory once consistent and adequate disinfectant residuals are confirmed.
We apologize for any inconvenience this might cause, and appreciate your cooperation and patience during this time. For more information contact the RDCK (250) 352-8161 or visit our website at www.rdck.ca/water.