Cedar Lane

About the System

The Cedar Lane Water System is located on the north east side of Salt Spring Island and provides drinking water to approximately 37 service connections. 

CRD's Infrastructure & Water Services is responsible for the overall operation of the water system. The design and construction of water system facilities are overseen by CRD's Infrastructure Engineering & Planning division. A contractor conducts the day-to-day operations and maintenance. The quality of drinking water provided to customers in the Cedar Lane Water System is overseen by CRD's Water Quality division.
 

Water Restrictions

Current Conservation Stage: No Restrictions 

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Water Conservation Bylaw 4492

The Electoral Area Water Conservation Bylaw (4492) is in effect May 1 to September 30, unless otherwise authorized by the General Manager of Infrastructure & Water Services.

Lawn Watering Schedule:

  • Stage 1 – Watering only permitted once per week between the hours of 4-10am or 7-10pm
  • Stage 2 – Watering only permitted once every two weeks between the hours of 4-10am or 7-10pm
  • Stage 3 – Watering not permitted

Source Water

The Cedar Lane Water System obtains its drinking water from two deep wells: Well #1 and Well #5. Well #5 is the primary source of water for the water system.

Water Treatment Process

The water treatment process consists of coarse filtration, ultra violet light (UVA) disinfection and chlorine (liquid sodium hypochlorite) disinfection.

Distribution System

Treated water is pumped to the Cedar lane tank and distributed to customers through a 1,500 metre network of 150mm (6”), 100mm (4“) and 50mm (2”) water mains. The distribution system also contains hydrants and standpipes. Service connections are provided to the property line with curb stops and individual household meters. Service from the property line to the dwelling is the homeowners’ responsibility. 

Emergency Notifications

Register for the Public Alert Notification System to receive drinking water related notifications such as boil water advisories. This system is also used to notify Electoral Area residents in the event of a disaster or emergency such as earthquakes, tsunami warnings, or hazardous spills.

Contact Us

General Water Inquiries

8:30 AM - 4:30 PM Monday to Friday
Phone: 250.474.9600 
Toll Free: 1.800.663.4425 
water@crd.bc.ca 

After Hours Drinking Water Emergencies

Monday to Friday after 4:30 PM, weekends and stat holidays
Phone: 250.474.9630 
Toll Free: 1.855.822.4426

Sewer & Waste Water Inquiries & Emergencies 

24/7 Service
Phone: 250.940.7400

Water Conservation 

waterplanning@crd.bc.ca 

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Territorial Acknowledgement

The CRD conducts its business within the Territories of many First Nations, all of whom have a long-standing relationship with the land and waters from time immemorial that continues to this day. Statement of Reconciliation