Sandpiper resident Ron Ward holding a glass of tap water which is soon expected to a problem of the past after a water agreement was inked between the RDN and Town of Qualicum beach. (RDN)

By NanaimoNewsNOW Staff

water deal

Deal struck to solve murky water woes in French Creek subdivision

Jun 26, 2021 | 6:54 AM

PARKSVILLE — Relief is around the corner for residents of a French Creek neighbourhood burdened for decades by discoloured, odorous water.

The Regional District of Nanaimo and Town of Qualicum Beach announced on Friday, June 25 a bulk water agreement for 242 households in the Sandpiper subdivision.

The RDN expects Sandpiper residents will be hooked into Qualicum Beach’s water system in the fall to replace an often murky groundwater source established in 1980.

In a news release, the RDN stated $970,000 was allocated from the Electoral Area G Community Works Fund for the project.

“The funds will cover the capital costs to bring water to the reservoir, while allowing for infrastructure improvements and reinforcing the emergency water supply for the Chartwell and Eaglecrest communities,” the RDN release said.

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Sandpiper residents are served by the French Creek Water Service Area (FCWSA) involving a series of groundwater wells feeding a reservoir holding tank.

RDN water testing data showed the FCWSA consistently doesn’t comply with Canadian Drinking Water Guidelines for elevated iron and manganese levels.

Despite the test results the water is considered safe to drink by Island Health.

The Town of Qualicum Beach reported it has ample water supply now and in the future to serve the Sandpiper subdivision.

Construction of the project is expected to start immediately.

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