KAWARTHA LAKES-Routine spring watermain flushing of our Drinking Water Systems (DWS) is set to begin in May.
Operators from Ontario Clean Water Agency (OCWA) will be flushing our drinking water systems per the following schedule:
Western Trent/Palmina DWS – May 6 to May 10
Norland DWS – May 13 to May 17
Kinmount DWS – May 13 to May 17
Birch Point DWS – May 15
Omemee DWS – May 22
Manorview DWS – May 23
Canadiana Shores DWS – May 28
Victoria Place DWS – May 28
Pinewood DWS – May 29
Southview Estates DWS – June 4 to June 5
Woodfield DWS – June 4
Janetville DWS – June 6
Woodville DWS – June 10 to June 28
Mariposa Estates DWS – June 12
Pleasant Point DWS – June 12
Kings Bay DWS – June 19
Flushing in Lindsay, Fenelon Falls and Bobcaygeon will begin Monday May 13, 2024 with municipal staff working through these systems until flushing is complete.
Officials say the flushing of watermains is necessary to remove sediment that gradually deposits in the pipes. There may be brief periods of time when your water becomes cloudy or discoloured; please note that this is not harmful. Simply let your cold water tap run until the water runs clear. Please check your drinking, cooking and laundry water before using.
In addition to temporary discolouration, pressure fluctuations during the flushing process may be experienced. These fluctuations will stop once flushing is complete.
