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The Regional District of North Okanagan (RDNO) manages the Grindrod Community Water Utility.
The Grindrod Community Water System serves approximately 50 customers in the community of Grindrod, a residential community in Electoral Area "F". Water is drawn from the adjacent Shuswap River near the Highway 97A crossing and is treated to meet Canadian Drinking Water Standards.
Media Release:
Water Restrictions for the Grindrod Water System - Three (3) Days per Week
In response to resident efforts to conserve water and reduce peak water demand, the Regional District of North Okanagan (RDNO) is easing water restrictions. The Grindrod community has managed their water use very well and the water system has not been exceeding its capacity. As the government of British Columbia has declared a Level 3 drought for this watershed, some restrictions are still required to protect the water supply.
Residents may water (based on their street address) up to three (3) days per week. This schedule is proposed to be consistent with other utilities in the region.
Water Restrictions Schedule - Sprinkler Use Allowed between 7:00 pm – 10:00 am
Sunday - even house address
Monday - No Sprinklers
Tuesday - odd house address
Wednesday - even house address
Thursday - odd house address
Friday - even house address
Saturday - odd house address
A return to high outdoor water use could push the system beyond its capacity and we may need to return to the two (2) day per week schedule if necessary to protect water quality and quantity.
Most lawns only need water once per week to remain healthy. Lawns naturally brown and go dormant with minimal water when it is hot – this is okay and the lawn will green up when the weather cools.
The three (3) day per week water restrictions schedule provides options for water use and should not be viewed as a directive to water every allowable day.
Even when under water restrictions, residents may water any time by hand with a watering can or hose with a spring-loaded shut-off nozzle. Drip irrigation is also allowed any time as evaporation is minimal when the water is applied directly at the plant roots.
Adapting your yard to our normally dry climate is another way to help our community water system. Visit www.rdno.ca/waterwise for yard care tips and a list of easy-to-grow shrubs, trees, and ground covers.
View Media Release HERE.
Documents
- Grindrod Water Utility - 2019 Annual Report
- Grindrod Water System Fire Flow Evaluation 2015
- Interior Health Brochure - The Countdown Safer Water, An Explanation of Water Treatment Objectives
Grindrod Water Utility Meetings
- June 28, 2017 - Meeting Summary
- July 22, 2011 - Agenda & Notes
- February 4, 2011 - Meeting Summary
- February 4, 2011 - Agenda & Notes
Water Quality Monthly Reports
- March 2021
- February 2021
- January 2021
- December 2020
- November 2020
- October 2020
- September 2020
- August 2020
- July 2020
- June 2020
- May 2020
- April 2020
Comprehensive Drinking Water Analysis
Bylaws
- Small Utilities Rates and Regulations Bylaw No. 2867, 2021
- Service Establishment Bylaw No. 1414, 1997
Policy
Please direct enquiries to:
Phone: 250-550-3700
Fax: 250-550-3701
Email: [email protected]
