Back to SearchPlease do your part to conserve water
Water systems operated by the Cariboo Regional District are experiencing higher-than-normal demand. This, along with the hot dry weather conditions means currently in many systems we are nearing capacity. Overuse could potentially mean we will run out of water. Low water reserves can also negatively impact the system’s water quality and the ability of emergency personnel to fight structure fires or wildfires. The CRD Environmental Services department asks for your help by following the guidelines and conserving water where possible.
REMINDER: MANDATORY Sprinkling Restrictions in Effect
Water sprinkling restrictions are in effect for all CRD water systems from May 1 to October 1 each year. The use of water sprinklers varies for each water system, based on the amount of water available. Enforcement may occur for those who do not adhere to the restrictions.
| Water Systems | Approved Water Sprinkling Hours |
|---|---|
| Alexis Creek/ Central Alexis Creek | 5 a.m. to 11 a.m. and 5 p.m. to 11 p.m. |
| Canim Lake | 5 a.m. to 11 a.m. and 5 p.m. to 11 p.m. |
| Forest Grove | 5 a.m. to 11 a.m. and 5 p.m. to 11 p.m. |
| Horse Lake | 6 a.m. to 8 a.m. and 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. |
| Lac La Hache | 5 a.m. to 11 a.m. and 5 p.m. to 11 p.m. |
| Russet Bluff |
5 a.m. to 11 a.m. and 5 p.m. to 11 p.m. Even numbered homes on even numbered days. Odd numbered homes on odd numbered days. |
| 108 Mile |
6 a.m. to 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Even numbered homes on even numbered days. Odd numbered homes on odd numbered days. |
| Gateway | 5 a.m. to 11 a.m. and 5 p.m. to 11 p.m. |
| 103 Mile | 5 a.m. to 11 a.m. and 5 p.m. to 11 p.m |
| Lexington | 5 a.m. to 11 a.m. and 5 p.m. to 11 p.m |
| Benjamin | 5 a.m. to 11 a.m. and 5 p.m. to 11 p.m |
Stay Informed
We want to be able to reach you in case of a utility outage, boil water notice or an emergency related to your water or sewer system. This is part of the CRD’s Emergency Response Plan for your utility service.The main ways we send out notices and emergency information are through the Cariboo Chilcotin Emergency Notification System, email, and on our website. In some circumstances, we also post signs in your community or go door to door. This is not always possible, so it is important that you are registered for the Emergency Notification System and the CRD’s emergency emails.
Cariboo Chilcotin Emergency Notification System (Voyent Alert!)
Visit cariboord.ca/EmergencyNotification to sign up or dowload the Voyent Alert! app for your apple or android device. This service is free, easy to use, and - most importantly - secure. With this system, we can provide access to trusted, timely, and accurate information about emergency incidents impacting your property.
Subscribe to our Emails
To sign up for emails from the CRD, visit cariboord.ca/subscribe. Fill in your email address and select the water or sewer utility that applies to you. You can also sign up for other CRD updates, if you like, such as news and board meeting highlights.
Even if you already subscribe to other CRD emails, you still need to sign up for your specific utility updates. Follow the above steps and follow the prompts to update your profile and select the new categories you would like to receive information about.
Contact Information
If you have any questions, concerns or need to report a utility-related emergency, please contact our Environmental Service Department at 1-800-665-1636. If you are reporting a utility emergency after business hours, press 5 to connect to our after-hours emergency line.
Water Saving Tips
- Water your lawn only when necessary. A good way to determine if your lawn needs watering is to step on the grass. If it springs back up when you lift your foot, it doesn't need water. If it stays flat, fetch the sprinkler.
- During dry periods, your lawn and garden will need about 1” of water PER WEEK. Place an empty tuna can at different distances from your sprinkler. Time how long it takes to collect a full can of water. Water this length of time once per week in the summer. Reduce that time by half for spring and fall.
- Deep soak your lawn. When you do water, do it enough for the moisture to soak down to the roots where it will do the most good.
- Cut your grass at 5 and 8 centimetres to provide shade for the roots and leave the grass cuttings on the lawn as mulch.
- Put a layer of mulch around trees and plants. Mulch will slow evaporation of moisture and inhibit the growth of weeds.
- Use a broom, not a hose, to clean driveways and sidewalks.
- Don't run the hose while washing your car. Clean the car with a pail of soapy water and use the hose only to rinse it off once complete.
- Ask your children not to use hoses and sprinklers at play time. Consider a wading pool instead.
- Check for leaks in pipes, hoses, faucets, and couplings. Leaks outside the house may not do as much damage to your home, but they can generate even more water waste if left unrepaired.
Thanks for doing your part to conserve water.
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