Woodland Heights Water System

Size and number of connections

The system services 27 lots and maintains 20 active connections.

Location

The system is located in the Woodland Heights subdivision of Taghum. Taghum is within RDCK Electoral Area F between Nelson and South Slocan.

Source 

The Woodland Heights water system derives source water from a 50 metre deep well.

System description

The system was initially constructed in 1979 under the ownership of Woodland Construction Utility. At that time, the system served 16 lots. A second phase of construction brought 12 more lots on line between the years 1994 and 1997.

Treatment

Since the source for this system is an aquifer that is not directly influenced by surface water, filtration and disinfection are not required. Historic monthly sample testing indicates that water from this system consistently meets provincial regulatory requirements.

Storage

The system includes a 154,700 litre concrete reservoir. Past assessments indicate that this reservoir has a lifespan of approximately 50 years.

Distribution system

The distribution system is comprised of PVC pipe with steel and brass curb connections. Past assessments report that the lifespan of this piping is approximately 80 years.  

Fire-fighting

The system includes two hydrants; however, at present, no agreement exists with the Beasley Fire Department for use of the hydrants.

Significant issues

The proximity of Woodland Heights to the wider community of Taghum suggests that opportunities may exist in the future to amalgamate water systems. The Taghum Improvement District, however, utilizes a surface source which is at higher risk for contamination than the well utilized by Woodland Heights. Since the well is not large enough to serve both communities, amalgamation at this time is unlikely and would be pursued if only mutually beneficial to each community.

Plans for future upgrades

No upgrades are planned for the immediate future.

Governance

The Woodland Heights water system was converted to a RDCK service in January 2011. It was historically owned and operated by Woodland Construction Utility.