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Other Water Supply Options
There are problems with many of the water supply systems within the Oceanside and surrounding area.
Urban Water Supply System Waste : Case Study
Aging infrastructure, faulty irrigation systems, earth movement breaking pipes and many other factors can contribute to the waste of large volumes of pure treated drinking water.
History of Water Use in the Area
This Area of Vancouver Island used to be a Big Swamp.! What Happened!?
Water Testing
The results of tests, from samples of water, can be misleading. There are many reasons why water samples may not be truly representative of water quality or purity.
Precipitation and Climate
Precipitation on the North-East side of the Mt. Arrowsmith range, varies from an annual average of 200 cms in the high elevations, to 95 cms near the coast.
Water Source Protection
Water Source Protection is the most effective method of preventing drinking water contamination.
Water License Calculator
The BC Agriculture Water Calculator helps agriculture water users in British Columbia estimate the annual irrigation or livestock water demand for a farm.
Water Subjects & Links
Water Related Subjects and Links. How do other communities protect their water?
Groundwater
Groundwater (or ground water) is the water present beneath Earth's surface in soil pore spaces and in the fractures of rock formations.
Hydrologic Impact Zone
This is a fundamental concept that should be incorporated into all land use planning and development strategies.
Water Quality
Water Source Protection is the most effective method of preventing drinking water contamination.
Englishman River System
The Englishman River Watershed drains the North -East side of the Arrowsmith range covering an area of 324 sq kilometers.