Water Main Flushing
Water main flushing is a technique used to clean the distribution system water mains of sediments that have accumulated inside the pipe. The flushing program in the West Shore Communities and the other municipalities is conducted annually. This is one of the methods that CRD Integrated Water Services uses to help keep the drinking water in Greater Victoria safe and clean.
Annual Water Main Flushing
The Winter-Spring portion of the Water Main Flushing Program in the Westshore communities started in early January and will continue to the end of April, 2012.
During the flushing, short periods of discoloured water may appear. If that happens, allow your tap to flow until the water runs clear.
Advance Notification
Commercial establishments such as laundromats and beauty salons will receive advance warning of flushing in their area if a request to be notified is received.
Call CRD Integrated Water Services at 250.474.9619 to arrange for an advance warning or for additional information about water main flushing in the West Shore Communities.
No Liability
CRD Water Services accepts no liability for low water pressure, inconvenience or damages caused by water use during its flushing program.
Water Main Flushing in Other Municipalities
Water main flushing is also conducted annually by six other Water Suppliers in Greater Victoria. To receive advance warnings or further information about the annual flushing programs within those municipalities, please call:
| Municipality Name | Telephone |
|---|---|
| Central Saanich | 250.544.4224 ext 221 |
| North Saanich | 250.655.5460 |
| Oak Bay | 250.598.4501 |
| Saanich | 250.475.5481 |
| Sidney | 250.656.1034 |
| Victoria/Esquimalt | 250.361.0400 |
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