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Home My WebLink About2021 - Third Quarter - Bayham Water Distribution SystemQuarterly Report for The Bayham Water Distribution System for the period ending September 30, 2021 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 July August September Quarter Summary MAC / IMAC Total Coliform CFU/100mls Number of Samples 12 15 12 39 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 15 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 12 15 12 39 Number of Detectable Results 0 0 0 0 Min / Max <10/>2000 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) 65 µg/L (3rd Quarter) 100 µg/L MAC (RAA) Total Haloacetic Acid (HAA5) (quarterly) 25.1 µg/L (3rd Quarter) 80 µg/L MAC (RAA) Lead Pb Alkalinity 0.09- 0.30 µg/L(Mar.2021) 0.08- 0.40 µg/L(Aug 2021) 95 – 110 mg/L (Mar.2021) 98 – 100 mg/L (Aug.2021) 0.01 mg/L MAC Operational Parameters July August September Quarter summary MAC/IMAC Chlorine Residual Free (daily ) Daily chlorine testing is done at the extremities of Vienna & Pt. Burwell. Number of Samples 35 37 32 104 Number of Detectable Results below Reg. requirements 0 0 0 0 Min/Max. mg/l Port Burwell 0.46 – 1.28 0.35 – 1.41 0.13 - 1.39 0.13 –1.41 0.05 Min. Min/Max. mg/l Vienna 0.46 – 1.17 0.29 – 1.30 0.22 –0.76 0.29 –1.30 0.05 Min. Section 7 – Flows Comparison of Port Burwell and Vienna main meter reads vs. residential reads: Jan – Feb = 80% capture – water meter failure at 4380 Richmond Rd., Fire Services = 53m3 March – April = 86% capture – OCWA fire hydrant flushing along Nova Scotia Line = 11m3, Fire Services= 42m3, PW street sweeping and bridge washing usage= 60m3 May – June = 90% capture – water service line leak repair at 32 Addison and 39 Edison, Fire Services = 100m3, sanitary sewer flushing =48m3 July – August = 91% capture – Fire Services =181m3, fire hydrant flushing, PW usage = 30m3 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.  RAA – Running Annual Average  Raw Water - Surface or ground water available as a source of drinking water that has not received any treatment.