The Government of BC has issued a Level 4 Drought for the Bessette Creek watershed under the Water Sustainability Act. The Whitevale Water Utility well is connected to Bessette Creek and outdoor watering impacts the creek levels. As a result of the provincial declaration, the RDNO is issuing Stage 2 outdoor watering restrictions for the Whitevale Water community. A map of affected properties is attached.
Stage 2 Water Restrictions are as follows:
Water Restrictions Schedule - Sprinkler Use Allowed between 7:00 pm – 10:00 am |
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Sunday |
Monday |
Tuesday |
Wednesday |
Thursday |
Friday |
Saturday |
Even House Address |
No Sprinklers |
Odd House Address |
Even |
No Sprinklers |
No Sprinklers |
Odd House Address |
Did you know that overwatering your lawn not only affects your community’s water supply, it can also harm the health of your grass. Most lawns need just 2.5cm (one inch) of water per week—about the depth of a tuna can.
An easy way to see whether you are watering an appropriate amount is to place an empty tuna can with the lid off in an area where you are irrigating. When the can is full, usually after 15 to 20 minutes, you know that your grass has gotten an adequate amount of water. Watering for more than one hour per location is strictly forbidden.
Under Stage 2 Water Restrictions, customers are allowed to water by hand at any time 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.
For indoor and outdoor water conservation tips, visit www.rdno.ca/waterwise.
For more information, visit www.rdno.ca/restrictions.