About the System
The Cedars of Tuam Water System is located on the south side of Fulford Harbour on Salt Spring Island and provides drinking water to approximately 16 service connections.
CRD's Infrastructure & Water Services is responsible for the overall operation of the water system with day-to-day operation and maintenance, design and construction of water system facilities provided by CRD's Infrastructure Engineering & Planning and Water Operations divisions. The quality of drinking water provided to customers in the Cedars of Tuam 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 Cedars of Tuam Water System obtains its drinking water from a deep well located 200m south of Roland Road.
Water Treatment Process
The well water is treated at the well head using chlorine (liquid sodium hypochlorite) disinfection.
Distribution System
The disinfected water is pumped to a 40,000 litre storage reservoir adjacent to the well and then is distributed to customers through a 100mm (4") water main that runs along Roland Road. The distribution system contains two standpipes located at opposite ends of the distribution system. Service connections are provided to the property 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
