HomeMy WebLinkAbout2006 - Third Quarter - Bayham Water Distribution System Quarterly Report for
The Bayham Water Distribution System
for the period ending September 30, 2006
Waterworks # 260004748
Section 1 - Introduction:
This report is a summary of the first quarter's 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
OWRA 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 Superintendent: Ed Roloson
( overall responsible operator )
Water and Wastewater Operators: Bob Butler & Adam Swance
Service Area: Port Burwell and Vienna
Service Population: 2500
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 Quarter
Parameters July August September Summary MAC / IMAC
Total Coliform
CFU/100mIs
Number of Samples 15 12 12 39
Number of
Detectable Results 0 0 0 0
Min / Max Absent
Exceedences 0 0 0 0
Fecal Coliform or E-Coli Count
CFU/100mis
Number of Samples 15 12 12 39
Number of
Detectable Results 0 0 0 0
Min / Max Absent
Exceedences 0 0 0 0
Heterotrophic
Plate Count/
Background
Number of Samples 15 12 1 2 39
Number of
Detectable Results 5 1 1 7
4 and 14-
background
count at WWTP
3—background 21 —
count at Vienna 4- background background
Min / Max C.C. count at WWTP count at WWTP 500/200 CFU
Exceedences 3 1 1 5
Resample 0 0 0 0
Typical Source of Microbial contaminants, such as viruses and bacteria, may come from
Contamination 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 Vienna Home Centre.
Operational July August September Quarter MAC/IMAC
Parameters summary
Chlorine
Residual
Free
Number of
Samples 15 12 12 39
Number of
Detectable
Results below
Reg.
requirements 0 0 0 0
Min/Max 0.05 Min.
0.75— 1.08 0.58— 1.11 0.62 — 1.04 0.58 — 1.11 4.00 Max.
Exceedances 0 0 0 0
Comments
Operational July August September Quarter MAC/IMAC
Parameters summary
Chlorine
Residual
Free (daily )
Number of
Samples 62 62 60 184
Number of
Detectable
Results below
Reg.
requirements 0 0 0 0
Min/Max. mg/I 0.05 Min.
Port Burwell 0.38 — 0.60 0.32 - 0.57 0.26 - 0.68 0.26 —0.68 4.00 Max.
Min/Max. mg/I 0.05 Min.
Vienna 0.32 — 0.71 0.21 - 0.62 0.21 - 0.39 0.21 - 0.71 4.00 Max.
Section 5 - Discussion of Analytical Results:
It was found through thorough sampling that there were five adverse results
during this time period however resampling indicated compliance.
Section 6 - List of all Compounds Detected in Analysis of Water Samples:
Parameter Compound MAC or IMAC
Trihalomethanes 0.033 mg/L Port Burwell
(quarterly) 0.037 mg/L Vienna 0.100 mg/L
Lead Pb ( annually ) Not Detected 0.01 mg/L MAC
Section 7 - 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.