Town of Blind River: Water Well Waste Reduction
Information on a drinking water project through the Showcasing Water Innovation program.
Project overview
Install an automated system for flushing the town’s drinking water wells to prevent poor-quality water from entering the treatment plant.
Real-time monitoring and automatic controls will significantly reduce:
- raw water wastage
- chemical use
- associated pumping/power costs
Expected outcomes
- lower operating and maintenance costs
- better water conservation
Organization website
Photos
Piloting an automatic blow-off system
Contact
Jim Harmar
Public Works Coordinator
jim.harmar@sympatico.ca
705-256-2724
Updated: August 30, 2021
Published: March 20, 2014