Active Service Alert
Water Quality Advisory: Skana Water System (Mayne Island)Discoloured water is still safe to drink for Skana Water Service
Updated: Feb 26, 2025 - 6:05pm
Skana
About the System
The Skana Water System is located on the north side of Mayne Island in the Southern Gulf Islands Electoral Area and provides drinking water to approximately 48 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 and Water Operations divisions. The day-to-day operations and maintenance is conducted by a contractor. The quality of drinking water provided to customers in the Skana 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 Skana Water System obtains its drinking water from a well field.
Water Treatment Process
The water treatment process for the Skana Water System consists of disinfection using ultraviolet light and chlorine (liquid sodium hypochlorite).
Distribution System
Treated water is pumped to Skana Tanks #1 and #2 which are separate storage tanks located adjacent to each other. The distribution system is comprised of 100mm (4”) 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
