Stage 3 Water Restrictions In Effect For Black Creek-Oyster Bay

The Comox Valley Regional District is introducing Stage 3 Water Restrictions in the Black Creek-Oyster Bay area, effective immediately.

The Comox Valley Regional District is introducing Stage 3 Water Restrictions in the Black Creek-Oyster Bay area, effective immediately.

The District's Engineering Department has identified a major leak in the Black Creek-Oyster Bay Water System.

A portion of cement piping adjacent to the treatment plant has cracked and will require extensive repair.

Senior Manager of Water/Wastewater Services, Kris La Rose, says a bypass is being installed until the pipe can be repaired, which will significantly reduce the amount of water available in the Black Creek-Oyster Bay area.

Residents are being asked to reduce their water use and only focus on essential consumption.

During a Stage 3 Water Restriction, no person shall: Water a lawn or boulevard; Fill or add water to a swimming pool, hot tub, or garden pond; Wash a vehicle, boat, or other equipment with water.

Repairs are expected to be completed by the end of August.

During this time, water quality and cleanliness should not be affected. Traffic may be delayed in some portions along Regent Road in Oyster River, but only for short periods while the bypass carrier pipe is installed.

For more information, visit https://www.comoxvalleyrd.ca/connect/news/stage-3-water-restrictions-take-effect-august-16-black-creek-oyster-bay-water-system