HomeMy WebLinkAbout2020 - Second Quarter - Bayham Water Distribution SystemQuarterly Report for
The Bayham Water Distribution System
for the period ending June 30, 2020
Waterworks # 260004748
Section 1 - Introduction:
This report is a summary of the quarterly water quality, published in accordance
with Ontario’s Drinking Water Protection Regulation. It includes important
information regarding the source of water, analytical test results, and how these
compare to the standards set by the Province.
Section 2 - Compliance With Provincial Regulations:
The Municipality of Bayham water system is operated in accordance with
provincial regulations.
The following is the criteria used:
Use of Accredited Labs:
Analytical tests to monitor the water quality are conducted by a laboratory
audited by the Canadian Association for Environmental Analytical
Laboratories (CAEAL) and accredited by the Standards Council of Canada
(SCC). Accreditation ensures that the laboratory has acceptable laboratory
protocols and test methods in place. It also requires the laboratory to provide
evidence and assurances of the proficiency of the analysts performing the
test methods.
Operation by Licensed Operators:
The water distribution system is operated and maintained by the
Municipalities competent and licensed staff. The mandatory licensing
program for operators of drinking water facilities in Ontario is regulated under
the Ontario Water Resources Act (OWRA) Regulation 128/04. Licensing
means that an individual meets the education and experience requirements
and has successfully passed the certification exam.
Sampling and Analytical Requirements:
The Municipality follows a sampling and analysis schedule required by the
Ontario Regulation 170/03, the Ontario Drinking Water Standards. More
information on sampling and analysis, including results are available in this
report and from the Municipal Wastewater Treatment Plant.
Adherence to Ministry Guidelines and Procedures:
To ensure the protection of the public’s health and operational excellence, the
Municipality adheres to the guidelines and procedures developed by the
Ministry of the Environment and the Ministry of Health.
Section 3 - System Information:
Facility Name: Bayham Water Distribution System
Contact:
Municipal Location: Municipality of Bayham
Water and Wastewater Operations Manager: Ed Roloson
( overall responsible operator )
Water and Wastewater Operators: Bob Butler, Adam Swance & Samantha
Drenth
Service Area: Port Burwell and Vienna
Service Population: 1590
Operational Description: Bayham Water System is serviced by the Elgin Area
Water System. Including the Municipalities of Central Elgin and Malahide.
Raw Water Source: Lake Erie
Treated Water: Elgin Area Water System
Disinfection Method: Gas chlorination at Elgin Area Water Plant
Secondary Disinfection Method: The sodium hypochlorite is residual and flow
paced at the Port Burwell Tower and Lakeview Rechlorination Facility.
Section 4 - Analytical Test Results:
Micro biological
Parameters April May June Quarter
Summary MAC / IMAC
Total Coliform
CFU/100mls
Number of Samples 12 12 17 41
Number of
Detectable Results 0 0 0 0
Min / Max Absent
Exceedences 0 0 0 0
Resample
Fecal Coliform or E-Coli Count
CFU/100mls
Number of Samples 12 12 17 41
Number of
Detectable Results 0 0 0 0
Min / Max Absent
Exceedences 0 0 0 0
Heterotrophic
Plate Count /
Background
Number of Samples 12 12 17 41
Number of
Detectable Results 0 0 0 0
Min / Max <10/460 CFU
Exceedences 0 0 0 0
Resample
Typical Source of
Contamination Microbial contaminants, such as viruses and bacteria, may come from
septic systems, agricultural livestock operations, wildlife, and wastewater
treatment plants.
Comments: Samples are collected weekly from the Port Burwell Works Yard, Port Burwell
Wastewater Treatment Plant and in Vienna at the Community Centre.
Section 5 - Discussion of Analytical Results:
It was found through thorough sampling that there were no adverse results
during this time period.
Section 6 - List of all Compounds Detected in Analysis of Water Samples:
Parameter Compound MAC or IMAC
Trihalomethanes
(quarterly)
40 µg/L
(2nd Quarter)
100 µg/L
Total Haloacetic Acid
(HAA5) (quarterly)
23.8 µg/L
(2nd Quarter)
80 µg/L
Lead Pb
Alkalinity
0.13 – 1.07 µg/L (2018)
97 – 101 mg/L (Apr. 2020)
0.01 mg/L MAC
Operational
Parameters April May June Quarter
summary MAC/IMAC
Chlorine
Residual
Free (daily )
Daily chlorine testing is done at the extremities of Vienna & Pt. Burwell.
Number of
Samples 32 35 39 106
Number of
Detectable
Results below
Reg.
requirements 0 0 0 0
Min/Max. mg/l
Port Burwell 0.36 – 1.34 0.44 – 1.86 0.45 - 1.37 0.36 –1.86
0.05 Min.
Min/Max. mg/l
Vienna 0..73 – 1.25 0.63 – 1.36 0.67 –1.37 0.63 –1.37
0.05 Min.
Section 7 – Flows
Comparison of Port Burwell and Vienna main meter reads vs. residential reads:
Jan – Feb = 75% capture – service line repair at 32 Elm St, fire services =
50m3, Weber contracting = 352m3, PW/WW flushing = 41m3, Chatham St water
main commissioning and flushing = 275m3, WW treatment = 75m3
March – April = 84% capture – Elm St service line repair, fire services = 8m3,
PW bridge washing and street sweeping = 19m3, OCWA main meter calibrations
= 4m3, Weber contracting = 138m3, WW collection system flushing = 138m3,
WW treatment = 10m3
May – June = 97% capture – fire services =15m3, WW collection system
flushing = 29m3, WW treatment = 4m3
Section 8 - Definitions and Abbreviations:
MAC - Maximum Acceptable Concentration.
IMAC - Interim Maximum Acceptable Concentration.
Coliform Bacteria - A group of commonly occurring rod shaped bacteria.
Their presence in a water sample is indicative of inadequate filtration and/or
disinfection.
Fecal Coliform Bacteria - Refers to a subgroup of coliform bacteria present
in the digestive system of warm blooded animals and humans.
Heterotrophic Plate Count (HPC) - A method of measuring bacterial
content in water samples. Also known as Standard Plate Count.
Organic Parameter - A group of chemical compounds containing carbon.
Inorganic Parameter - A group of chemical compounds not containing
carbon.
Raw Water - Surface or ground water available as a source of drinking water
that has not received any treatment.